Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate for Growing Pharmaceutical Company - Contract to Potential Hire

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Accounting professional to support our accounting team during a period of organizational change and an upcoming ERP transition from SYSPRO to SAP. This individual will work across multiple accounting functions to ensure day-to-day operations continue running smoothly while the team prepares for the system conversion.

Responsibilities

+ Process and support Accounts Payable activities, which will be the largest area of focus.

+ Assist with Accounts Receivable processes and provide customer account support.

+ Maintain and support fixed asset accounting records.

+ Prepare and update Excel-based reports and accounting schedules.

+ Assist with month-end close activities.

+ Support account reconciliations and general accounting functions.

+ Generate ad hoc financial and operational reports for the finance team.

+ Assist with purchasing-related reporting and analysis.

+ Support accounting process improvements related to the SAP implementation.

+ Help with data validation, cleanup, and other ERP transition activities as needed.

+ Collaborate with finance leadership and accounting staff on special projects and day-to-day accounting needs.

Essential Skills

+ 3+ years of accounting experience.

+ Strong Accounts Payable and general accounting.

+ Advanced Excel skills.

+ Experience using SYSPRO (strongly preferred and key requirement).

+ Ability to work across multiple accounting functions and prioritize competing deadlines.

+ Strong attention to detail and willingness to jump in where needed.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

+ Prior SAP implementation or ERP conversion experience is a plus.

Work Environment

The role is fully onsite in Morton Grove, IL. The accounting team is currently lean due to recent turnover and organizational changes. The team is newer to the organization and working through restructuring while preparing for the SAP transition by year-end. The candidate needs to be flexible, patient, hands-on, and comfortable wearing multiple hats in a changing environment. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Morton Grove, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Morton Grove,IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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 Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award 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 astoncarter (%20astoncarter)  for other accommodation options.

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