• Senior Accountant

    Aston Carter (Akron, OH)


    Job Title: Senior AccountantJob Description

     

    As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing month-end processes, which include assigned journal entries and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. You will prepare monthly sales commissions for payment and ensure their accuracy and completeness. Your role will also involve completing month-end close processes for international locations and updating all related financial reporting. You will provide ad-hoc analysis as needed for financial variance explanations and perform other accounting and financial responsibilities while assisting with special projects as required. In addition, you will cross-train with Accountant I and handle all other duties as assigned.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage month-end processes including assigned journal entries and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.

    + Prepare monthly sales commissions for payment and review for accuracy and completeness.

    + Complete month-end close processes for international locations and update all related financial reporting.

    + Provide ad-hoc analysis for financial variance explanations.

    + Perform other accounting and financial responsibilities and assist with special projects as required.

    + Cross-train with Accountant I.

    + Handle all other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in accounting, general ledger, reconciliation, month-end processes, and journal entries.

    + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

    + 3-5+ years of accounting experience or relevant work experience.

    + Knowledge of JD Edwards / ERP systems, reporting, financial statement preparation, and balance sheets.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to analyze financial data, recognize errors, and implement corrections.

    + Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

    + Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data entry, data retrieval, filing, and 10-key operations.

    + Skills in math, problem-solving, accounting, and record keeping.

    + Common sense, good judgment, decision-making skills, ability to multi-task, and attention to detail.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The position is office-based and involves supporting the rest of the accounting team.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $31.00/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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Akron,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.