• Senior Accounting Analyst

    Aston Carter (Nashville, TN)


    Senior Accounting Analyst

     

    The Senior Accountant, Accounting Transformation & Analysis plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and process enhancement across our Accounting and Finance function. This role goes beyond traditional accounting by blending technical expertise with a sharp analytical lens to modernize processes, enhance automation, and unlock insights that drive transformation initiatives. You’ll collaborate across the business to streamline workflows, implement new tools, and strengthen controls. We’re looking for an accounting professional who thrives on solving problems, creating efficiencies, and turning ideas into scalable improvements. If you bring strong technical skills, curiosity, and a passion for continuous improvement, this role offers the chance to broaden your impact and play a meaningful part in advancing accounting and finance processes for a dynamic and growing business.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Lead financial transformation projects, including process redesign, system implementation, internal control enhancements, and adoption of best practices.

    • Partner with cross-functional teams (IT, FP&A, Operations, Sales, etc.) to align financial transformation projects with organizational goals.

    • Lead process improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and effectiveness.

    • Develop and maintain process maps, identifying risk points and areas for improvement.

    • Create and enhance standard operating procedures while mitigating process risks.

    • Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions, including variance, trend, and root-cause analysis.

    • Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.

    • Coordinate and support internal and external audit activities.

    • Provide mentorship and training to junior accounting staff.

    • Manage ad-hoc financial projects as directed by senior leadership.

    • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

    • Deliver timely, accurate, and thorough responses to internal and external requests.

    • React productively to change and perform other duties as assigned.

    Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)

    • CPA designation or active CPA candidate (preferred)

    • 2–3 years of progressively responsible corporate accounting experience (public accounting a plus)

    • Experience in retail, hospitality, or convenience store industries is a plus

    • Proven track record of process improvement and project management

    • Proficiency in Alteryx, Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, OneStream, and other BI tools

    • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and analysis

    • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

    • Ability to balance multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $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 Nashville,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 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.