Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, grant accounting, revenue accounting, month-end close activities, reconciliations, and compliance requirements. This role works closely with finance leadership and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, grant administration, and accounting integrity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.

• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger balances.

• Process account transfers, reclasses, and cash management transactions.

• Assist with annual audits and financial reporting.

• Maintain compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures.

• Reconcile accounting and CRM systems.

• Record and reconcile donations, pledges, and event revenues.

• Maintain supporting documentation for revenue transactions.

• Manage restricted funds and designation accounting.

• Prepare related monthly reconciliations and reporting.

• Manage assigned grant portfolios from a financial perspective.

• Monitor grant budgets and expenditures.

• Prepare and submit grant invoices.

• Track grant reimbursements and funding utilization.

• Record deferred and restricted revenue entries.

• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting deadlines.

Essential Skills

• Accounting

• General ledger

• Month-end processes

• Compliance

• Revenue accounting

• Grant accounting

• Journal entry preparation

• Financial reporting

• Reconciliation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.

• 2-5 years of accounting experience.

• Grant accounting experience preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Advanced attention to detail and organizational abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of discretion and professionalism.

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work environment. Initially, the role requires more in-office presence, with an expectation to be on-site 2-3 days per week once fully trained, allowing for greater flexibility. The office is located in the heart of Hartford, CT, within a strong, fast-growing non-profit organization.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $38.46/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 hybrid position in Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 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.

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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.