Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team on a contract basis. This role involves performing bank reconciliations and entering journal entries into the general ledger, with the potential to assist in filing overdue sales tax returns across several states.

ResponsibilitiesPerform bank reconciliations accurately and efficiently.Enter journal entries into the general ledger.Utilize basic Excel functions for accounting tasks.Assist with filing overdue sales tax returns for multiple states, if experienced.Essential SkillsProven experience in accounting, specifically in bank reconciliations and journal entries.Proficiency in basic Excel functions.Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in filing state sales tax returns is a plus.Work Environment

This role is a 2-3+ month contract designed to support the team in catching up on accounting tasks. The work involves cleaning up accounting work, focusing on journal entries and bank reconciliations from the past few months. The environment includes collaboration with a Controller, Senior Accountant, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Purchasing Manager. This position offers a good chance for extension, contingent on attrition.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 fully onsite position in Pine Brook,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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