Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant (Remote, Greater NYC Area)

Location: Remote (Must reside in the Greater New York City Tri-State Area)

Schedule: Remote with onsite meetings in Manhattan approximately twice per month

Compensation: $34 to $37 per hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations, month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance activities. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working independently, improving processes, and contributing to a fast-paced, remote-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Monitor cash balances and support cash flow forecasting.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable aging reports.
• Process payroll-related accounting entries and reconcile payroll activity.
• Support vendor payments, wire transfers, and banking activities.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly financial reports, including P&L and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Analyze variances and assist with budget-to-actual reporting.
• Reconcile bank accounts and payment platforms.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.
• Assist with revenue and expense analysis.

Compliance & Audit Support

• Support annual audits and preparation of financial documentation.
• Assist with 1099 processing, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company controls.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and increase efficiency.
• Utilize technology, automation tools, and advanced Excel techniques to streamline processes.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support operational and financial objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience with involvement in the monthly close process.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and financial analysis.
• Strong reconciliation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-entity or multi-currency accounting environments.
• Familiarity with payroll processing and payment platforms.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and audit support.
• Experience leveraging AI or automation tools to improve business processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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.