Job Title: Assistant AccountantJob Description Reconciles and analyzes accounts to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and accounts balance to sub-ledgers. Researches and resolves any issues identified. Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account information. Reviews inventory accounting methods, analyzes inventory reports, and investigates discrepancies. Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports to summarize and interpret the current and projected company financial position for other managers. Installs, modifies, documents, and coordinates the implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures. Consolidates, reconciles, reviews, and analyzes financial information and supporting documentation for submission and/or reporting. Ensures an accurate and timely monthly end close. Ensures that periodic revenues are recognized in compliance with US GAAP and applicable company policies. Performs statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and documents findings. Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures. Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports. Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation. Partners with the operations team to address inquiries on unusual transactions. Prepares annual consolidated financial statements including footnotes and external reporting packages. Calculates, records, and classifies monthly revenues from the company's different products, performs analytical procedures, and investigates fluctuations from the budget with different business units. Spearheads our annual financial audits. Supports management with special projects and workflow process improvements. Works with the management to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit. Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Provides ad-hoc assistance and other duties as assigned. Responsibilities + Reconcile and analyze accounts to ensure accurate transaction recording and account balancing + Research and resolve identified issues + Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries + Review inventory accounting methods and analyze inventory reports + Investigate discrepancies in inventory reports + Analyze financial information to detail assets, liabilities, and capital + Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports + Install, modify, document, and coordinate the implementation of accounting systems and controls + Consolidate, reconcile, review, and analyze financial information for reporting + Ensure timely monthly end close + Recognize periodic revenues in compliance with US GAAP and company policies + Perform statistical analyses to determine trends and document findings + Monitor compliance with GAAP and company procedures + Review, investigate, and correct errors in financial entries and reports + Conduct studies and recommend improvements to accounting operations + Partner with operations team to address inquiries on unusual transactions + Prepare annual consolidated financial statements and external reporting packages + Calculate, record, and classify monthly revenues + Perform analytical procedures and investigate budget fluctuations + Lead annual financial audits + Support management with special projects and process improvements + Ensure clean and timely year-end audit + Monitor and analyze department work for efficiency and accuracy + Provide ad-hoc assistance Essential Skills + Reconciliation + Journal entry + Accounting + ERP systems + Public accounting + Month-end and year-end closings Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with five years of general accounting experience + CPA preferred + Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and ERP systems + Experience with month-end/year-end close processes + Experience with audited financial statements + Experience in accounting software conversions preferred + Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) + Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents + Effective presentation skills for leadership Work Environment The team consists of 10 people including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, projects, FP&A manager, and controller, all reporting to the CFO. Recently hired a new junior staff accountant. The role does not involve managing anyone. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, medical video appointments, health savings account, paid time off, 401(k) plan with company matching, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, life and accident insurance, employee assistance programs, legal plan, travel assistance plan, wellness programs, referral bonus program, longevity bonus program, recognition programs, discounts, boot reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, company-supplied uniforms, and advanced technical training. 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.