Job Title: Project Accountant Job Description One of Aston Carter's clients, a family-owned industrial contractor, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Accountant with strong experience in GL Accounting, AP, and construction accounting to join their team. This role requires proficiency in month-end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, financial statement analysis, and payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have intermediate Excel skills and experience with larger ERP systems. Responsibilities + Handle cost accounting and job costing + Enter daily AP invoices, reconcile vendor statements, and update job costs + Conduct balance sheet account analysis and propose adjustments + Perform daily and monthly account reconciliations + Review financial statements and identify problem areas + Understand and manage Sales and Use Taxes, including monthly and quarterly reporting + Answer phone inquiries and direct calls + Manage and maintain filing systems + Produce reports and support presentation materials + Maintain loan schedules + Process payroll and serve as backup payroll person if needed Essential Skills + 5+ years of GL Accounting experience + 5+ years of AP experience handling 50+ invoices a week + 3+ years of construction accounting experience + 2+ years of payroll processing experience + Intermediate Excel skills, including SUM formulas and spreadsheet formatting + Experience with larger ERP systems Additional Skills & Qualifications + Sage100 ERP experience + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field Work Environment You will work closely with the office manager, CFO, and AR Clerk in a 100% onsite role. The work hours are Monday to Friday, 7am – 3:30pm. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 onsite position in Pennsauken,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 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. 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.