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Description

Position Summary:

The Sr. Accountant will be responsible for overseeing monthly financial close, cost accounting, fixed asset management, AP, AR and Payroll oversight and account reconciliation. This candidate will bring a deep understanding of manufacturing accounting practices and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Monthly Financial Closing & Reporting

+ Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close process

+ Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and financial statements

+ Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies

Account Reconciliation & Analysis

+ Perform and review balance sheet account reconciliations

+ Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement

+ Support internal and external audits with documentation and analysis

Cost Accounting

+ Maintain and analyze standard cost systems, including BOMs and routings

+ Monitor and report on manufacturing variances, inventory valuation, and margin analysis

+ Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost allocation

Fixed Asset Accounting & System Maintenance

+ Manage fixed asset ledger, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals

+ Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of capital expenditures

+ Maintain fixed asset system integrity and support physical audits

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Education - Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required)

+ Experience - Minimum 5 years of accounting experience. Strong understanding of AR, AP & Payroll

+ Technical Skills - Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Plex or similar), advanced Excel skills

+ Soft Skills - Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, leadership ability, and effective communication

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 fully onsite position in Algonquin,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.