Job Title: Sr. Accountant Job Description The Sr. Accountant will lead the consolidation of accounting processes for license sales across multiple finance teams into a centralized general accounting function. This role involves designing and implementing streamlined processes with strong internal controls, executing month-end close activities, and calculating financial estimates. The Sr. Accountant will support year-end financial statement preparation, reconcile inter-company accounts, collaborate with corporate finance teams, and ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate financial policies. Additionally, the role includes contributing to due diligence efforts for potential acquisitions and participating in ad hoc financial projects. Responsibilities + Lead the consolidation of accounting processes for license sales into a centralized general accounting function. + Design and implement streamlined processes with strong internal controls. + Execute month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and variance analysis. + Calculate financial estimates such as reserves, provisions, allocations, and accruals. + Support year-end financial statement preparation through detailed account analysis and reconciliations. + Prepare and reconcile inter-company accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. + Collaborate with corporate and business unit finance teams to ensure consistent financial reporting and resolve discrepancies. + Develop and maintain documentation for all month-end close procedures. + Ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate financial policies. + Contribute to due diligence efforts for potential acquisitions and assist with purchase accounting and post-acquisition integration. + Participate in ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as needed. Essential Skills + 3+ years of experience in accounting roles, including accounts receivable. + Proficiency in accounting principles and practices, including IFRS. + Experience with SAP, S4HANA is a plus. + Advanced Excel skills, including Vlookups, Xlookups, pivot tables, and nested formulas. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. + MBA or other relevant degree is a plus. + CPA certification is a plus. + Experience in the publishing/media industry is a plus. Work Environment This position is 100% remote, providing flexibility and the opportunity to work from any location. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of New York, New York. This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to ktrivigno @astoncarter.com along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/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 remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2025. 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.