• Staff Accountant

    Aston Carter (Chicopee, MA)


    Job Title: Bookkeeper/Office ManagerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Office Manager to join our team. This is a long-term opportunity with a family company that values flexibility and teamwork. The ideal candidate will assist the Treasurer and President with various bookkeeping and administrative tasks.

    Responsibilities

    + Oversee Accounts Payable (AP), select and pay invoices, and process invoices received via email.

    + Perform weekly billing in Excel and Word, process Accounts Receivable (AR) payments daily/weekly, and enter AR invoices and payments in our Open Systems software.

    + Work with the General Ledger (GL) in Open Systems software, enter monthly manual entries, check totals for each GL account, process and post monthly information, and print monthly GL reports.

    + Manage yearly renewals with ISNetworld and DCAM with the State of Massachusetts.

    + Answer phones, type proposals, copy, fax, scan, and assist management with various administrative tasks as needed.

    + Gather yearly information required for the accountant for end-of-year business processes.

    + Assist the Treasurer with pension paperwork and insurance audits.

    + Track AP and payroll for each job and phase using our Job Cost system in Open Systems software.

    + Utilize QuickBooks for payroll and other bookkeeping tasks.

    + Supervise two part-time employees, one assisting with AP and payroll paperwork and the other handling AR and job site tasks.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience with bookkeeping and administrative tasks.

    + Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Open Systems software.

    + Familiarity with QuickBooks is a must.

    + Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Must have a construction background .

    + Flexibility to assist with various tasks as needed.

    Work Environment

    This position is based in a small, family-owned construction office, providing a supportive and collaborative work environment. The company values long-term commitment and offers the opportunity to supervise two part-time employees.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicopee, MA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/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 Chicopee,MA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 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.