• Senior Accountant

    Aston Carter (Cedar Park, TX)


    Job Title: Accountant II

    Job Description

    The Accountant II will play a pivotal role in the general ledger close process, U.S. GAAP financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal control requirements. This position demands a detail-oriented individual with robust analytical skills, a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have experience in both public accounting and industry settings, particularly within a public company environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Participate in and lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to meet financial reporting deadlines.

    + Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.

    + Assist in preparing timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

    + Support compliance with internal control over financial reporting requirements.

    + Assist with researching and documenting technical accounting issues.

    + Prepare schedules and provide support for internal and external audits.

    + Manage the Accounts Receivable function and collaborate with the Accounts Payable Manager.

    + Identify process improvement opportunities and support project management.

    + Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and participate in special projects.

    + Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial information.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

    + Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.

    + Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.

    + Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle.

    + Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex formulas.

    + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA is preferred.

    + Experience in a publicly traded company and/or public accounting firm is highly desirable.

    + Experience managing people in accounting.

    + Experience with aerospace and/or manufacturing industry accounting.

    + High level of integrity and professionalism.

    Work Environment

    This is a 100% onsite role, open to both relocation and local candidates. The role is part of the Corporate Accounting Team and involves collaboration with various team members, including Accounts Payable Manager and Treasury Accountant. The work environment is fast-paced, requiring the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Cedar Park, TX.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

     

    Adding benefits to draft role and have a copy of benefits package for FTE's for candidate review.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Park,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 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.