Accoutant

AppleOne Employment Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services seeks a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Irvine, CA in the residential and commercial construction sector. Ideal for 3 to 5 years of accounting experience, you will manage financial records, prepare reports, analyze data, and support informed business decisions in a collaborative environment.

You will handle journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close tasks, budgeting support, and liaise with internal teams and external

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, reports, and accounting documentation.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external auditors to provide timely and accurate financial information.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes and related accounting projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-oriented

Communication skills

Collaboration

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Irvine, CA within the residential and commercial construction industry. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with 3 to 5 years of experience who enjoys managing financial records, preparing reports, analyzing data, and supporting accurate business decision-making. The Staff Accountant will work in a collaborative environment where accuracy, accountability, and teamwork are valued. This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to contribute to a stable accounting function while building long-term career potential. Candidates who thrive with supportive leadership, clear expectations, and cross-functional collaboration will be well positioned for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, reports, and accounting documentation.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external auditors to provide timely and accurate financial information.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes and related accounting projects.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay rate: $28 to $35 per hour.
• Job type: Temp-to-hire.
• Location: Irvine, CA.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Manage financial records, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger activity.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and accounting reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
• Partner with internal teams and external auditors to provide accurate financial information.
• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry, including residential, commercial, or office construction environments.
• Familiarity with job costing, project accounting, or construction-related financial reporting.
• Experience supporting month-end close, audits, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.