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Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage various financial tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and job costing. The role requires a proactive individual who can ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.

Responsibilities

+ Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

+ Enter payroll data and reconcile with payroll vendors.

+ Conduct accounts receivable collections and communicate with customers regarding payments.

+ Enter accounts payable invoices and communicate with vendors.

+ Reconcile cash balances on a weekly basis.

+ Review cash requirements to ensure prompt payment of invoices.

+ Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.

+ Prepare monthly and yearly financial statement reconciliations.

+ Manage all company credit cards.

+ Enter job setups and reconcile change orders and subcontractor setups.

+ Maintain accurate project status schedules and generate weekly reports.

+ Provide support for permitting, research, and client relations.

+ Investigate and create project information documents for bidding and cost analysis.

+ Enter time and material data into Spectrum software for client billing and report generation.

+ Coordinate with outsourced IT company for updates and maintenance.

+ Work on miscellaneous projects such as website maintenance and workflow automation.

+ Maintain and order office supplies.

+ Perform other assigned tasks as necessary.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with Quickbooks, invoicing, accounts receivable, and bookkeeping.

+ Proficiency in accounts payable, purchase orders, data entry, and Excel pivot tables.

+ Knowledge of payroll, cash balances, and journal entries.

+ Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High school diploma.

+ 1-3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.

+ Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting is a plus.

+ Prior experience with project management is advantageous.

+ Experience with Quickbooks Online Advanced preferred.

+ Familiarity with the construction industry and job cost reporting.

+ Basic bookkeeping and accounting knowledge.

+ Preferred knowledge in payroll and payroll tax reporting.

+ Self-motivation, punctuality, positive attitude, and team-oriented.

Work Environment

The position is primarily in-office from Monday to Friday, with some opportunities for remote work. The work environment is dynamic, collaborative, and supportive, emphasizing professional growth and development. Employees enjoy benefits such as Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401k plan with company matching.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whitestown, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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 Whitestown,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 18, 2026.

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.