Staff Accountant

About this job Job Title: Staff Accountant Job Description The Staff Accountant is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, and treasury functions within the grain merchandising industry. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records related to grain purchases, inventory, merchandising activities, transportation costs, and risk management transactions. Additionally, the Staff Accountant supervises Accounts Payable operations, ensuring timely vendor payments and maintaining robust internal controls, while supporting management with financial analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting expertise, experience in agricultural commodities or grain merchandising, and the ability to manage strategic financial functions alongside daily accounting operations. Responsibilities Direct and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting. Assist CFO with year-end closing processes. Maintain accurate financial records and accounting systems. Prepare financial analysis and reports for executive management. Monitor financial performance and recommend improvements to profitability and operational efficiency. Assist CFO with annual audits and collaborate with external auditors, lenders, and tax professionals. Oversee all Accounts Payable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments. Review and approve vendor invoices and grain-related expenses. Maintain vendor files, W-9 documentation, and annual 1099 reporting. Establish and enforce internal controls and approval procedures for Accounts Payable. Resolve invoice discrepancies and manage payment schedules to optimize cash flow. Review and approve ACH, wire transfer, and check payments. Coordinate with procurement, operations, and merchandising departments regarding invoice and contract verification. Establish performance expectations and accountability measures, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Minimum 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience. Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience. Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting. Experience managing Accounts Payable processes and internal controls. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with SAP or similar accounting software. Proficiency in creating pivot tables and performing financial analysis. This position operates in an office environment, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fresno, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $43.27/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) Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fresno,CA. 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. 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