Accountant I

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA to support the Accounting Department’s monthly close, GL reconciliations, AR/AP backup, and payroll functions. You will research data for inquiries, assist audits, and contribute to corporate reporting deliverables with accuracy and diligence.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree (or diploma) with 2+ years of accounting experience, and strong MS Office skills, including Excel, Word, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma is required.
• Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to accounting dept efficiency by cross training and backup for staff.
• Monthly Closing - Journal Entries, and other closing duties as required.
• General Ledger - Account Reconciliations and analysis.
• End-to-end responsibility for Accounts Receivables, actively monitoring aging and escalation as needed.
• Support Accounting & Finance team with other projects and reports as needed.
• Backup duties for Accounts Payable and payroll support.
• Answer accounting questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Assist in gathering support for audits and corporate reporting deliverables.
• Collaborate with staff to resolve issues.
• Track Capital Asset Purchases and depreciation per policy.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Problem solving

Time management

Customer service

Independent worker

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Access

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

What You'll Do:

• Contribute to the efficiency of the Accounting Department by participating in cross training, sharing job responsibilities, and serving as position backup for accounting staff
• Monthly Closing - Journal Entries, and other closing duties as required
• General Ledger - Account Reconciliations and analysis
• End-to-end responsibility for Accounts Receivables, proactively driving performance by monitoring aging and ensuring proper escalation towards resolution
• Support Accounting & Finance team with other projects and reports as needed
• Perform backup duties and support to the Accounts Payable clerkPerform backup duties and support for the payroll function
• Answer accounting questions by researching and interpreting data
• Assist in the gathering of support for internal and external audit requests
• Assist in corporate reporting deliverables
• Directly responsible for researching and resolving issues working in collaboration with the appropriate accounting and operations staff as required
• Track Capital Asset Purchases and record according to company policy, including depreciation schedules

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree or High School Diploma
• Minimum 2+ Years of Experience

What Sets You Apart:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles preferred but not required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook, with the ability to develop complex Excel spreadsheets
• Must be proficient in problem-solving techniques and time management skills with excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills, well organized, ability to prioritize and meet assigned deadlines
• This position requires balancing priorities and making sound decisions within the established policy
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and with multiple deadlines
• Exceptional follow-up abilities to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Positive, respectful, and professional attitude toward customers, employees, vendors, and management with a go getter attitude and a hunger to learn

Additional Information:

• Due to export control laws and government contract obligations, must be a US Citizen.

EEO Statement

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Employment Eligibility

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.