Job Title: Accountant Job Description: • Perform accounting activities including review and analysis of financial statements, ledgers, reconciliations, and associated accounts to ensure accurate application of industry standards. • Perform monthly close activities, review and monitor entries to the Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, and Income Statement accounts, and post adjustments. • Conduct account reconciliation, analytics, and variance analysis, and provide sufficient supporting documentation. • Apply broad knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Accounting Standard Codification (ASC) in the preparation of financial statements. • Ensure compliance with GAAP and ASC by applying accounting standards in the preparation of financial statements. • Identify simplifying assumptions and accounting methods and instances of incorrect application of GAAP/ASC; quantify the impact and recommend solutions. • Conduct in-depth analysis to identify, isolate, and resolve discrepancies, and contribute to quality control and process improvement. • Investigate, resolve, and/or escalate complex discrepancies, data entry errors, and out-of-balance situations; prepare and present recommendations for immediate action or proposals for policy changes to prevent losses. • Perform research to assist with responses to inquiries from internal/external auditors. • Conduct variance analysis and generate reports including associated justification. • Apply broad and specialized knowledge of and experience with financial accounting and management, including a thorough understanding of techniques used in analyzing and reporting financial information. • Perform other duties as assigned. Hard Skills: + Bachelor's in accounting + CPA + Banking or financial services industry experience + Executive summaries + Income statements + Variance analysis + Reconciliations Work Site: This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Vienna, Virginia and some days remote. Work Environment Hybrid 1 day in-person in the Vienna office. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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.