Accountant

Aston Carter; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical options (HSA)

401K with employer match

120 hours PTO

7 paid holidays

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accountant for a Portland, Oregon position supporting the Accounting Department, handling monthly closings, reconciliations, and financial reporting for construction projects.

This onsite role requires GAAP proficiency, ERP experience with Trimble and Spectrum V14, and collaboration with AP/AR and payroll teams. Competitive benefits and a discretionary bonus apply.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounting, general ledger, and reconciliations.
• Experience with month-end and year-end reporting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and balance sheet processes.
• ERP systems experience, especially Trimble and Spectrum V14.
• Ability to handle payroll tax, sales tax, and multi-state cash posting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Construction company experience preferred.
• Power BI is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries and monthly accruals.
• Manage fixed assets and support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
• Handle payroll taxes, payroll quarterlies, and W2 processing.
• Conduct worker's compensation and liability insurance reporting.
• Provide OCIP support, including enrollment, monthly reporting, and audit support.
• Review and prepare filings for sales and use tax, as well as B&O tax.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end reporting processes.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Accounting

General ledger

Reconciliation

GAAP

ERP systems

Trimble

Spectrum V14

Payroll tax

Sales tax

Multi-state posting

Microsoft Office

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

The Accountant is responsible for providing support to the Accounting Department, contributing to its success in supporting the company’s construction projects, financial reporting responsibilities, and maintaining a robust internal controls environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries and monthly accruals.
• Manage fixed assets and support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
• Handle payroll taxes, payroll quarterlies, and W2 processing.
• Conduct worker's compensation and liability insurance reporting.
• Provide OCIP support, including enrollment, monthly reporting, and audit support.
• Review and prepare filings for sales and use tax, as well as B&O tax.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end reporting processes.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in accounting, general ledger, and reconciliation.
• Experience with month-end and year-end reporting.
• Strong understanding and application of GAAP.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and balance sheet processes.
• Competence in ERP systems, particularly Trimble and Spectrum V14.
• Ability to handle payroll tax, sales tax, and multi-state cash posting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Construction company experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with Power BI is helpful.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to develop solutions and map processes effectively.
• Capability to learn new concepts and create new processes independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Work Environment

Work within a cubicle office environment as part of a team of six in the Accounting Department, which includes two AP Associates, two payroll personnel, one Senior Accountant, and an Accounting Manager. The role requires onsite work from Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm, with some flexibility. The company is one of the largest electrical contractors in the Pacific Northwest, supporting significant projects including data centers, semiconductor facilities, airports, casinos, higher education institutions, and healthcare facilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

See Dorn for full breakdown: 2 Medical options: HSA Plan 1 & HSA Plan 2 Vision Dental Life AD&D EAP 401K w/ employer contribution of 6% and 2% match 120 hours PTO 7 paid holidays Discretionary bonus eligible

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aston Carter

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 [e-mail] 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.