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Job Description: Accounting Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting principles and a passion for improving financial operations. You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, resolving discrepancies, and supporting audits.

Key Responsibilities

+ Perform general ledger account reconciliations with accuracy and timeliness

+ Investigate and resolve aging balances on the balance sheet

+ Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes and enhance operational efficiency

+ Research and document financial discrepancies

+ Collaborate with team members to address large balance sheet account issues

+ Support external audits and assist with new account reconciliations

+ Maintain thorough and organized documentation of accounting activities

Qualifications

+ Solid understanding of basic accounting principles

+ Hands-on experience with general ledger reconciliation

+ Strong analytical skills to research and resolve discrepancies

+ High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

+ Prior operational accounting experience is preferred

Skills & Tools

+ Core Skills: Accounting, General Ledger, Reconciliation, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Month-End Close, Invoicing, Reporting

+ Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Excel (including Pivot Tables), GAAP, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Fixed Assets, Journal Entries, Data Entry

+ Additional Skills: Bank Reconciliation, Purchase Orders, Invoice Processing, Financial Statement Analysis

Top Skills for Success

+ General Ledger Reconciliation

+ Accounts Payable & Receivable

+ Month-End Close

+ Excel Pivot Tables

+ Financial Analysis & Reporting

Experience Level

Intermediate – Ideal for candidates with a few years of hands-on accounting experience and a desire to grow within a collaborative team environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.50/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 Knoxville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 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.