Accounting Associate

Trident Consulting is currently seeking a Accounting Associate for one of our industry-leading clients.

Role: Accounting Associate III
Location: Aliso Viejo CA (Onsite)
Duration: 6 months
Rate: $27/hr on W2

Position Overview

Responsible for providing advanced accounting support within Accounts Receivable operations including invoicing cash applications collections follow-up reconciliations and financial reporting support. The role requires strong knowledge of AR processes ERP systems transactional issue resolution month-end close activities and audit support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced Accounts Receivable activities including invoicing cash application collections follow-up and account reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve moderately complex discrepancies unapplied cash aged balances and customer payment issues.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of AR transactions in compliance with company procedures and accounting standards.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities including journal entries reconciliations and reporting.
• Generate and review aging reports to support collections and issue resolution efforts.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules gathering documentation and validating financial records.
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements for AR operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Customer Service Sales and Finance to resolve transactional issues.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members regarding AR processes and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls accounting policies and financial regulations.
• Perform additional accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 46 years of experience in Accounts Receivable Finance Operations or related accounting functions

OR

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field with relevant accounting experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with: 
• Invoicing
• Cash Applications
• Collections
• Account Reconciliations
• Aging Reports
• Journal Entries
• Experience resolving transactional and payment discrepancies.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and financial processing tools.
• Strong analytical organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced finance environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting month-end close processes.
• Audit documentation and compliance support experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial transactions.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Knowledge of accounting controls and financial reporting processes.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract