Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Staff Accountant, where you will be an integral part of our accounting operations. You will support daily accounting functions, ensure accurate financial reporting, and collaborate on process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting functions including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), bank reconciliations, fixed assets, payroll, and general ledger maintenance.
• Oversee and review accounts receivable and accounts payable activities for accuracy and timely processing.
• Perform month-end close activities and prepare financial reports using CargoWise One.
• Maintain accounting records, policies, procedures, and internal control documentation.
• Prepare financial reports, supporting schedules, and month-end analyses.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, borrowing base reporting, and variance analysis.
• Monitor cash activity, prepare reconciliations, and support liquidity reporting.
• Assist with audit preparation, reporting compliance, and maintenance of audit-ready documentation.
• Collaborate with accounting and finance leadership to support reporting and operational objectives.
• Identify and implement process improvements within accounting workflows and AR/AP functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in month-end closing processes, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Experience with fixed asset management, bank reconciliation, general ledger maintenance, and journal entry preparation.
• Familiarity with financial software such as CargoWise One, SAP, and Oracle.

Work Environment

• This position requires working in the office five days a week, providing a professional and collaborative environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $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 fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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® 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 ziprecruiter.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.