Job Description
Job Description
Staff Accountant
Job Description
The Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation, review, and approval of day-to-day monthly journal entries, transaction processing, recording, reporting, and oversight of general ledger reconciliation in the accounting system and related modules. This role involves working closely with Finance management staff to assess and implement systemic business process improvements that enhance efficiency and internal controls.
Responsibilities
- Independently ensure the timely and accurate recording of all regional activity and ensure that all reconciliations are completed in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Support required accounting and financial management training for HQ and Regional Office staff.
- Prepare monthly account reconciliations and analyses as directed, including bank, petty cash, subsidiary, general ledger, fixed assets, prepaids, and specific expense accounts.
- Work with staff on outstanding items and reconcile subledger modules to general ledgers as part of the month-end close.
- Prepare journal entries with proper accounting classifications in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Analyze and prepare reports to be utilized in financial statements and audit schedule preparation with other key finance staff.
- Assist with the preparation and coordination of audit-requested schedules/samples and ensure appropriate documentation of policies and procedures.
- In coordination with senior Finance staff, actively support the monthly close process.
- Support ongoing improvements to policies, procedures, internal controls, and tools to achieve greater operating efficiencies and enhanced customer service support.
- Facilitate effective communication and planning systems and processes with all Departments and other Finance staff.
- Assist with the facilitation of the annual budget and review employee expense reports as needed.
- Responsible for the effective completion of other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
- 3-4 years of experience in accounting.
- Experience with accounting, accounts payable, general ledger, reconciliation, accounts receivable, month-end, balance sheet, and bank reconciliation.
- Proficiency in audit procedures, Excel, VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and Dynamics 365.
- Understanding of debits and credits and heavy experience in reconciliations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statement analysis, budgeting, and client support.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; Master's degree and/or active CPA license preferred.
- Microsoft D365 Finance and Operations and Concur experience desired.
- Experience in key finance and accounting functions, including payments and accounts payable processing, revenue recognition, general ledger maintenance, cash management, budgeting, financial analysis, and strategic business decision support.
- Superior interpersonal abilities and supervisory skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong training and content facilitation skills.
- Ability to assess and independently resolve a wide range of issues creatively.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Work Environment
This role operates in a hybrid work environment based in Washington, DC. The position reports to the senior Manager of Accounting and falls under the Director of Accounting Operations.
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Kaitland Clawson
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Link: https://talentassistant.astoncarter.com/assistant/bookings/ksjok6gb
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Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $32.69/hr.
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 hybrid position in Washington,DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 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® double diamond 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.