Staff Accountant

Job Description

The Staff Accountant performs a wide range of general accounting activities, including month-end close, journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and support for accounts payable and accounts receivable. This role works closely with the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure accurate financial records, timely payments, and consistent invoicing. The position also supports audit activities, assists with special projects, and contributes to quarter-end and year-end processes while using Excel and modern ERP systems in a structured office environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain clear, organized supporting documentation for all entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis and identify, research, and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare biweekly check runs and process ACH and wire transmissions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Review and approve accounts payable (AP) batches, dedicating approximately 20% of work time to this activity.
• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable team to investigate and resolve supplier issues and discrepancies.
• Provide backup support to the Accounts Receivable (AR) department, including generating and sending approximately 20 invoices per week.
• Assist in audit activities by gathering documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting audit requirements.
• Support special projects, quarter-end, and year-end activities, performing related duties as assigned.
• Utilize Excel, including VLOOKUP functions, to analyze and reconcile financial data and support reporting needs.
• Leverage ERP system capabilities, including systems such as JDE, Syteline, and banking platforms like PNC, or other robust ERP solutions, to perform daily accounting tasks.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general accounting, including general ledger activities and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in preparing and posting journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve reconciling items.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable (AP) processes, including reviewing and approving AP batches.
• Hands-on experience with accounts receivable (AR) processes, including generating and sending invoices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of VLOOKUP functions for data analysis and reconciliation.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and their financial modules, with awareness of system capabilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all accounting tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional accounting teams to resolve issues and support operations.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple recurring tasks such as biweekly check runs, monthly reconciliations, and periodic close activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with JDE ERP is preferred.
• Experience with Syteline ERP is beneficial.
• Experience working with banking platforms such as PNC or similar systems is an advantage.
• Familiarity with advanced Excel functions such as XLOOKUP is a plus, with training available.
• Comfort supporting audit activities and working with external or internal auditors.
• Ability to assist with special projects and adapt to changing priorities during quarter-end and year-end processes.

Work Environment

This position is fully onsite in a cubicle-based office environment. The role follows a normal first-shift schedule, providing a structured workday. You will work with modern ERP systems such as JDE and Syteline, as well as banking platforms like PNC, and rely heavily on Excel for daily tasks. The environment supports gaining experience with a recognized organization while collaborating closely with accounting team members in a professional office setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of West Hartford, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 West Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

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® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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 for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.