Staff Accountant at Aston Carter

Concord, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

43.25

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Staff Accountant, GAAP Principles, ERP Experience, Netsuite, Excel Skills, Month-end Close, Journal Entries, General Ledger, Reconciliations, Accruals, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Variance Analysis, Account Reconciliations, Internal Controls, Audits

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Staff Accountant Job Description A dynamic Financial Services technology company is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team for a contract assignment. The role involves supporting year-end projects and providing day-to-day accounting assistance. The Staff Accountant will analyze various accounting transactions and assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. The position requires handling complex accounting activities, such as calculating accruals and allowances, analyzing financial data for variances, and participating in audits and special projects to enhance departmental efficiency. Responsibilities Analyze complex financial reports and records. Make recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets, and expenditures. Prepare and post various journal entries, ensuring accuracy. Perform variance analyses and prepare account reconciliations. Assist in the preparation of financial statements. Support month, quarter, and year-end closing activities. Assist with financial, operational, and tax audits. Document and monitor internal controls to support the auditing team. Coordinate complex accounting projects and initiatives with team members or other departments. Research and correct account discrepancies. Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts. Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and bank statements. Maintain the general ledger chart of accounts. Assist with the evaluation of internal controls. Post monthly, quarterly, and yearly accruals to the General Ledger. Analyze Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable for variances. Maintain files and documentation in accordance with company policy and GAAP. Assist with other projects as needed. Essential Skills 2+ years of experience as a Staff Accountant/Accountant. Familiarity with GAAP principles. ERP experience required; Netsuite preferred. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, vlookups, hlookups, and sumif functions. Experience with month-end close, journal entries, general ledger, reconciliations, and accruals. Additional Skills & Qualifications Proficiency in financial reporting and financial statement analysis. Understanding of variance analysis and the monthly close process. Work Environment This is a hybrid role with on-site work required from Tuesday to Thursday. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Concord, California. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.25/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 Concord,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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 for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The Staff Accountant will analyze various accounting transactions and assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. The role involves supporting year-end projects and providing day-to-day accounting assistance.