• Jr. Accountant

    Aston Carter (Rio Rancho, NM)


    Job Title: Junior AccountantJob Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Junior Accountant to join a thriving construction company in the Rio Rancho area. The ideal candidate will support various accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a rapidly expanding team and develop valuable skills in a dynamic work environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Record and maintain general ledger entries.

    + Manage daily cash receipts, deposits, and bank reconciliations.

    + Handle journal entries, coding, depreciations, and booking interest, income, and expenses.

    + Prepare and apply cash payments accurately and timely to customer accounts.

    + Maintain records for monthly sales and use tax reporting.

    + Manage monthly lease schedules and fixed assets accounting systems.

    + Prepare customer/client billings as needed.

    + Analyze and maintain monthly general ledger reconciliations, identifying issues and processing corrections.

    + Prepare monthly/quarterly allocation of overhead costs.

    + Maintain a paperless invoice routing and approval system.

    + Cross-train with team members to act as backup for key accounting duties.

    + Prepare or assist in various monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

    + Research, interpret, and apply GAAP to maintain accounting records and prepare financial statements.

    + Assist with the annual audit and streamline internal and business reporting processes.

    + Implement, maintain, and adhere to internal controls.

    + Support the Finance and Accounting team with activities, projects, and analyses as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Accounting knowledge with at least 2+ years of relevant experience.

    + Proficiency in general ledger, reconciliation, month-end processes, and balance sheet management.

    + Experience in journal entry, cash application, cash receipts, and ACH.

    + Familiarity with bank reconciliation and job costing.

    + Experience with Sage 300 or any construction-based ERP is preferred.

    + Understanding of debits and credits with 2+ years of experience.

    + Experience in handling revenue ranging from $500k to $3 million per day.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.

    + 2+ years of Excel experience, including VLOOKUPS and XLOOKUPS.

    + 1+ years of experience in cash receipt posting.

    + 2+ years of bank reconciliation and general ledger experience.

    + 4+ years in accounts receivable.

    + Cost accounting knowledge is a plus.

    + Accounts payable experience is advantageous.

    Work Environment

    The position is fully onsite in a corporate building with a cubicle office setting. Join a booming and rapidly growing accounting team that has expanded by three members in the past three months. Enjoy great benefits post-contract, including profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for longevity.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/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 Rio Rancho,NM.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.