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Job Title: AccountantJob Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and will be responsible for managing and maintaining cost accounting systems, assisting with inventory management, and performing standard cost roll-ups.

Responsibilities

+ Manage and maintain cost accounting systems and assist with inventory management.

+ Maintain all standard costs and perform standard cost roll-ups.

+ Develop estimated costs for new projects.

+ Review daily Work-In-Process and close work orders while reviewing job costs.

+ Investigate and analyze all Material (PPV, Usage) and Labor (Rate, Efficiency, Usage) variances.

+ Investigate and analyze all scrap, rework, and outside processing variances.

+ Assist with month-end closing, prepare journal entries, and analyze inventory evaluation.

+ Calculate annual labor and overhead rates.

+ Represent the Accounting staff in meetings when requested.

+ Create and maintain fixed asset records.

+ Contribute to the Accounting team effort by acting as a lead to Accounting Clerks in the absence of the Controller.

+ Assist with related duties as assigned by the Controller.

Essential Skills

+ 5 to 7 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.

+ Ability to apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Cost Accounting Standards.

+ Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and ERP software. Experience with MAS500 is a plus.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with staff, customers, and others.

+ Ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret data.

+ Ability to work independently and show initiative under minimal supervision.

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

+ Strong ability to adapt and remain flexible in an ever-changing environment.

+ Sense of urgency and ability to execute expected results.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with reconciliation, month-end procedures, and cost analysis.

Work Environment

The position requires working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, where accuracy and confidentiality are paramount. The role demands flexibility and adaptability, with opportunities to lead and represent the accounting team in various meetings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Stow, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/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 Stow,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.