Senior Accountant at Aston Carter

Wilmington, Delaware, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jul, 26

Salary

60.0

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Journal entries, Month-end close, Balance sheet analysis, Process improvement, Accruals, US GAAP, Internal controls, Microsoft Excel, Pivot tables, Vlookups, Data manipulation, Financial forecasting, SAP, Reconciliations, Accounting services

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Accounting Services Consultant Job Description This position plays a crucial role in supporting the monthly accounting close process while collaborating with various FP&A teams. The role involves managing day-to-day accounting operations, conducting monthly account reconciliations and journal entries, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and execution of the monthly accounting close process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. Support month-end close and post-close activities, including preparation of various journal entries across multiple Finance functions. Prepare monthly account reconciliations across multiple Finance functions. Ensure operational and process compliance with applicable accounting policies, US GAAP, and related internal controls. Provide accounting support by working closely with key functional finance personnel. Participate in special projects as needed. Essential Skills Proficiency in journal entries, month-end close, and balance sheet analysis. Experience in process improvement and analyzing accruals across multiple functions. Strong understanding of US GAAP and related internal controls. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including creating pivot tables, vlookups, advanced formulas, and data manipulations. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. 5+ years of experience with US GAAP functions within a large organization. 5+ years of experience with journal entries and reconciling liabilities, prepaids & accruals for month-end close. 3+ years of experience with forecasting and collaborating with FP&A. 2+ years of experience with SAP since 2020 or more recent. Experience in the life sciences or pharma industry is a plus. Work Environment This role requires being onsite in Wilmington, DE, three days per week, with potential for more frequent onsite presence during the initial weeks. The position is part of a team reporting to the Manager of Accounting Services. The work environment is inclusive and provides opportunities for professional growth within a prominent pharmaceutical company. The role offers a 12-month engagement with potential for extension, and includes paid holidays and PTO accrual benefits. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, DE. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 hybrid position in Wilmington,DE. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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.

Responsibilities

The role supports the monthly accounting close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP. The consultant will collaborate with FP&A teams and provide accounting support to functional finance personnel.