Job Title: Senior AccountantJob Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will review and reconcile accounting transactions for accuracy and completeness, execute period-end responsibilities while ensuring compliance with processing deadlines, and support the Accounting Department through ad hoc reporting and special projects as needed. You will build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and collaborate effectively with departments such as Administration, Project Management, Estimating, and Site Work Crews. Additionally, you will communicate with vendors and customers to resolve financial discrepancies promptly.

Role ResponsibilitiesReview and reconcile accounting transactions for accuracy and completeness.Execute period-end responsibilities while ensuring compliance with processing deadlines.Support the Accounting Department through ad hoc reporting and special projects as needed.Build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Collaborate effectively with departments such as Administration, Project Management, Estimating, and Site Work Crews.Communicate with vendors and customers to resolve financial discrepancies promptly.Be the 'go-to' person for the accounting team and review the work of the AP/Accounting Assistant team.Assist with clerical parts of closing, such as reconciliations (bank, vendor accounts, payable accounts, equipment activity).Generate reports for different parts of the company's divisions.Facilitate check runs.Work in the General Ledger (GL).Perform job costing.Review work and solve discrepancies.Demonstrate a keen eye for detail and a desire to understand the 'why' behind processes.Necessary Skills & QualificationsAccounting degree required.Management experience (2-3+ people) required, with direct responsibility for the AP team.Experience in financial reporting, including bank reconciliations and balance sheets.Full-cycle accounting experience, including journal entries, general ledger, month-end processes, audits, and reconciliations.Construction industry experience is a must.Experience with WHIP reporting is highly desirable.Strong software skills, including proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.Experience with fixed asset and project costing is required if lacking construction experience.Work Environment

This position requires working onsite, with reasonable remote flexibility allowed for occasional circumstances such as illness or appointments. The typical working hours are 8 AM to 5 PM. The role reports directly to the Controller/CFO and involves helping lead the Accounts Payable department. This is a growth role with potential for long-term career advancement in an Assistant Controller-to-Controller path.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/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 Charleston,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

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.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

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:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

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.

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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.

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