• Accountant

    Aston Carter (Trenton, NJ)


    ***ACCOUNTANT | INTERVIEWS HAPPENING THIS WEEK!!***

     

    Job Type: Accountant

    Compensation: $28-30/hr+

    A leading organization is looking for an Accountant to join their team and assist with general ledger work. Below are some qualifications desired for the ideal candidate along with the responsibilities of the role.

    Job Description:

    + YTD General Ledger account analysis

    + Prepare and post various journal entries

    + Research and correct account discrepancies

    + Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts

    + Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and bank statements

    + Maintain the general ledger chart of accounts

    + Assist with the evaluation of internal controls

    + Post monthly, quarterly and yearly accruals to General Ledger

    + Analyze Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable for variances

    + Assist with preparation of Financial Statements

    + Assist in month, quarter, and year end closing activities

    + Support financial and operational audits

    + Maintain files and documentation, in accordance with company policy and GAAP

    + Assist with other projects as needed

    Additional Skills & Qualifications:

    + 2+ years of technical accounting experience

    + Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or a related field

    + Experience within the manufacturing industry

    + Advanced user in excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP's, Macros are a plus)

     

    This is an urgent need on the team and the company is looking to have someone start immediately! If interested, apply today or send over your resume to smauriello @astoncarter.com for immediate consideration.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Trenton, NJ.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 Trenton,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 10, 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.