• Senior Accountant - Consolidations

    Aston Carter (Overland Park, KS)


    Job Title: Senior Accountant - ConsolidationsJob Description

     

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant specializing in consolidations to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for recording journal entries, reconciling complex ledger accounts, and identifying opportunities for process improvements. You will ensure that financial statements accurately reflect business changes and perform variance analyses in a timely manner.

    Responsibilities

    + Record journal entries and reconcile complex ledger accounts.

    + Identify opportunities for improvements in processes or format.

    + Understand business drivers and their impact on financial results.

    + Ensure timely preparation and explanation of accounting records and variance analyses.

    + Manage large volumes of transactional level data.

    + Review work submitted by accountants, providing advice, guidance, and training.

    + Resolve issues creatively using accounting concepts and industry knowledge.

    + Establish, maintain, and coordinate accounting control procedures.

    + Produce accurate and timely ad-hoc reporting for analysis.

    + Participate in cross-departmental projects and document impacts on accounting processes.

    + Fulfill additional duties or projects as assigned by management.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

    + 4-7 years of relevant work experience

    + Experience in process improvement and problem solving

    + Understanding of accounting theory and current accounting issues

    + Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

    + Intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

    + Strong understanding of data mining and reporting tools (e.g., PowerBI, SQL)

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (preferred)

    + Experience in public accounting or public company environments

    + Background in communications, technology, or retail industries

    + Experience with inventory management

    + Ability to make fact-based decisions and prioritize multiple responsibilities

    + Effective collaboration and communication with all organizational levels

    Work Environment

    This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with three days in the office. The accounting team is based in one building on our expansive campus, which features amenities such as a full gym, cafeteria with complimentary lunch, and recreational facilities. Our environment is fast-paced and rapidly changing, ideal for individuals who excel in dynamic settings.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $73000.00 - $88000.00/yr.

     

    Medical BenefitsDentalVisionFlexible Spending Accounts- FSA401k- eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan immediatelyupon hire. Will match the first 3% at 100% in theform of pre-tax or Roth, and the next 2% at 50%.Paid Time Off- 152hrs- 232hrs based off tenureEmployee Stock GrantEmployee Stock Purchase PlanHolidays- 12 paidPaid Parental LeaveTuition AssistanceShort and Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance and AD&DFamily Building Benefits (Fertility, Adoption & Surrogacy)

     

    Extras:Employee Mobile Service Discount & Home InternetEmployee Discounts

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Overland Park,KS.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2025.

    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® double diamond 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.