We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to join a defense manufacturing organization in Costa Mesa, California. This Long-term Contract position supports critical timekeeping, labor distribution, and accounting operations that help maintain accuracy across the business. The role is well suited for someone who is highly detail-oriented, comfortable learning new systems quickly, and confident collaborating with teams at all levels. You will contribute to recurring operational tasks, audit support, and reporting activities in a fast-moving environment.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain project and labor data integrity by reviewing recurring system records and removing inactive project assignments as needed.
- Manage department update requests through the ticketing queue, ensuring changes are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Oversee shared timekeeping support channels, respond to standard employee inquiries, and elevate more complex issues when appropriate.
- Communicate payroll period deadlines, remind employees to submit timecards, and follow up with individuals who have not completed submissions.
- Conduct an initial review of adjustment requests to confirm required details and documentation are complete before further approval.
- Assemble backup materials for internal and external audit selections, including documentation requested by finance and audit partners.
- Assist with month-end close by supporting accounting activities tied to labor reporting and reconciliations.
- Prepare ad hoc labor and financial reports for Finance by extracting, organizing, and formatting data by employee, project, or reporting period.
- Experience in accounting operations such as account reconciliation, billing support, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial processes.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately across timekeeping, labor distribution, and reporting tasks.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting while meeting deadlines consistently.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with employees across departments and organizational levels.
- Comfort learning and navigating business systems used for accounting, labor tracking, and workflow management.
- Proficiency in reviewing data, identifying discrepancies, and organizing documentation for audits or reporting needs.
- Experience with Rippling and Oracle is preferred.
- Availability to support ongoing accounting and month-end close activities in a Long-term Contract role.