Financial Reporting Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Financial Reporting Accountant Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Reporting Accountant to prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules. The role involves assisting with regulatory reporting filings and disclosures while supporting the month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• Prepare and review financial reporting packages for executive leadership and business stakeholders.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement fluctuations and provide supporting commentary.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual audit schedules for internal and external auditors.
• Support SOX compliance activities, internal controls testing, and documentation efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reporting efficiency and assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Participate in special projects, process improvement initiatives, and system enhancements.
• Research technical accounting issues and document conclusions as needed.

• Financial reporting and SEC reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with account reconciliations, financial analysis, and month-end close activities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Public accounting experience is advantageous.
• 3+ years of accounting or financial reporting experience.

This position is based at the Downtown Corporate Headquarters in Jacksonville, with a schedule of five days onsite and the potential to work from home on Fridays after some time.

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

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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.