Project Coordinator

Aerotek

Bakersfield, CA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Technology

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Project Coordination Specialist

Job Description

This role combines accounting support with project coordination to ensure accurate financial processing and smooth execution of projects within a dynamic manufacturing and construction-focused environment. You will handle accounts payable and receivable activities, maintain project documentation, and collaborate closely with operations, production, vendors, and customers.

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable invoices accurately and ensure timely payment to vendors.
Generate customer invoices and manage accounts receivable activities from billing through collection.
Monitor outstanding customer balances and assist with collection efforts to maintain healthy cash flow.
Apply customer payments and maintain accurate, up-to-date accounting records.
Reconcile vendor statements and customer accounts to resolve discrepancies and ensure data integrity.
Create and manage purchase orders, coordinating with relevant teams to support procurement needs.
Maintain project files and documentation, ensuring proper document control and organization.
Coordinate with operations, production, vendors, and customers to support effective project execution.
Assist with data entry, reporting, and recordkeeping for accounting and project-related activities.
Support scheduling, administrative tasks, and general office operations as needed.
Prepare spreadsheets, reports, and other business documentation using Microsoft Excel.
Provide exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders and external vendors and customers.

Essential Skills

Minimum 1+ years of experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
Proficiency in invoice processing and applying customer payments.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills for spreadsheets, reporting, and data analysis.
Experience processing purchase orders and vendor invoices.
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and reconciliations.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams and external partners.
High attention to detail and accuracy in financial and project documentation.
Ability to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in construction, manufacturing, industrial, or related industries is preferred.
Experience in construction administration or project coordination is beneficial.
Experience with ERP systems or accounting software is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and other applications.
Customer service mindset with the ability to build positive relationships with vendors and customers.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing, well-established organization in the precast concrete sector that offers a stable, long-term career path with clear advancement opportunities. The role provides hands-on exposure to both accounting and project coordination, allowing you to broaden your skills and experience. You will work in a collaborative team environment with direct interaction across multiple departments and contribute to projects that support critical infrastructure and construction initiatives in California.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office located within an active manufacturing facility, offering close proximity to production and operations teams. You will work in a fast-paced setting that supports production, operations, and project teams, with a team-oriented culture and strong communication between departments. The schedule follows standard Monday–Friday hours, with occasional flexibility based on business needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00/hr.

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.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bakersfield,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

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.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.