Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring! Talented Experienced Accountant!

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous Experienced Accountant to analyze production costs, monitor inventory levels, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes. The role involves performing advanced and specialized accounting activities to ensure compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end close by ensuring all financial transactions for the month are accurately recorded and reconciled promptly. This includes preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and assisting in financial reporting.
• Conduct detailed analysis of production costs, including direct materials, labor, and overheads, to ensure accuracy and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Supervise inventory levels, track usage, and reconcile discrepancies to ensure accurate valuation and minimize waste or shortages.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on manufacturing costs, providing insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making by Experienced management.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements in all cost accounting activities, including responding to audit requests with accurate and complete support.
• Monitor and analyze cost variances, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective measures to align with budgeted targets.

Work Environment

The work environment involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires the ability to work with ERP systems like QAD or Oracle Hyperion. The role demands proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and presentation. This position requires strong project management skills and the ability to function effectively in a complex and ambiguous environment.

This is a Contract position based out of Hillsboro, OR.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $47.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Hillsboro,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.