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.

Why Work Here?The owner and the CFO are very accessible - both genuinely care about their employeesEmployee appreciation party every fall, holiday breakfast, gifts for the holidays - everyone is treated like family!Bonuses provided yearly based on the company's sales performance

ResponsibilitiesHandle cost accounting and job costingEnter daily AP invoices, reconcile vendor statements, and update job costsConduct balance sheet account analysis and propose adjustmentsPerform daily and monthly account reconciliationsReview financial statements and identify problem areasUnderstand and manage Sales and Use Taxes, including monthly and quarterly reportingAnswer phone inquiries and direct callsManage and maintain filing systemsProduce reports and support presentation materialsMaintain loan schedulesProcess payroll and serve as backup payroll person if neededEssential Skills5+ years of GL Accounting experience5+ years of AP experience handling 50+ invoices a week3+ years of construction accounting experience2+ years of payroll processing experienceIntermediate Excel skills, including SUM formulas and spreadsheet formattingExperience with larger ERP systemsAdditional Skills & QualificationsSage100 ERP experienceBachelor's degree in Accounting or a related fieldWork 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, with some flexibility if needed. The company offers a friendly, family-like atmosphere with opportunities for hands-on training and skill advancement. Benefits include full health insurance, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, paid time off, and retirement plans.

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 10, 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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