Senior Accountant

Job Description

This position is responsible for performing the accounting and analysis of financials for the company. It involves developing, implementing, and maintaining generally accepted accounting systems. The role includes preparing and analyzing financial reports, journal entries, and maintaining and reconciling ledger accounts while providing records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced accounting tasks such as time billing, payroll, general ledger, tax payments, inventory control, and government job costing.Process payroll general ledger entries for the company.Prepare financial statements, including monthly and quarterly financial reports, and provide weekly forecasts to the Management Team summarizing the current and projected financial position.Conduct month-end and quarterly closing processes, including balance sheets, income, and cash flow statements.Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and investment transactions in conjunction with preparing quarterly reports for management.Assist with annual financial and 401(k) audits by serving as the company liaison with auditors.Communicate with customers to address any past due invoices on their accounts.Produce financial data for the management team upon request and assist with other special accounting projects as needed.Perform monthly analysis of operations.Ensure all active projects are covered by valid, binding contracts.Operate multi-company functions.

Essential Skills

5+ years of experience in accounting.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.Proficiency in QuickBooks.Experience with GovCon and joint ventures.Proficiency in billing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.Ability to prepare financial statements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.Strong computer aptitude, including expertise with Microsoft Excel and Word.Experience with accounting software and general ledgers.Analytical skills with particular attention to detail.

Work Environment

The company has around 50 employees. This role is part of a team of two, with the other member functioning as a bookkeeper. The position reports to the CEO and works alongside a consultant CFO. The work environment is collaborative and dynamic, offering a range of comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) with matching, dental and health insurance, paid time off, and more.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, District of Columbia.

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Kaitland Clawson

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $40.87/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 Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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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