Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

The Staff Accountant will perform core accounting functions including bank reconciliations, recording journal entries, and analyzing financial statements for a growing manufacturing organization. This role also supports operational needs by issuing certificates of insurance and tax exemption certifications, while leveraging advanced Excel skills and a large-scale ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and timely bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Record journal entries in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.
• Analyze financial statements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Issue certificates of insurance and tax exemption certifications as needed to support business operations.
• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all entries are complete and properly documented.
• Use advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and SUMIFS to prepare reports and support financial analysis.
• Work within a large-scale ERP system (such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, SAGE, Infor, or NetSuite) to process and review financial transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve reconciliation issues and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes and reporting tools.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• 2+ years of experience recording journal entries.
• Hands-on experience performing bank reconciliations.
• Proven ability to analyze financial statements.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including creating pivot tables, using VLOOKUP, and using SUMIFS.
• Proficiency working within a large-scale ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, SAGE, Infor, or NetSuite.
• Solid understanding of general ledger accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred for long-term or temp-to-perm consideration.
• Candidates without a degree may be considered for a temporary assignment based on experience.
• Experience with SAP is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to new systems and processes quickly.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite during the contract assignment, providing close collaboration with the accounting and operations teams in a manufacturing setting. Upon conversion to a permanent role, the position follows a hybrid schedule with three days onsite and two days remote each week. The organization emphasizes a positive company culture, regularly hosts team events, and fosters a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Work is performed using large-scale ERP systems and advanced Excel tools in a professional office setting.

This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to ktrivigno @astoncarter.com along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call. 

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carlisle, PA.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Carlisle,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

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.

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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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.