Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role involves handling a variety of accounting and tax-related tasks, providing key support in financial reporting, and contributing to the efficiency of accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, possess excellent analytical skills, and be adept with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

• Handle daily accounting tasks, including reconciliations and monthly close processes.
• Manage financial reporting using Sage Intacct, Excel, and SQL, with a transition to SAP.
• Oversee daily debt, cash, and investment positions.
• Post daily corporate payments.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and budgets.
• Develop and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Compile data and reports for auditors, tax accountants, and insurance providers.
• Support regulatory and insurance filings, excluding tax-specific filings.
• Identify and implement electronic efficiencies in accounting processes.
• Assist with tax-related data gathering and preparation activities.
• Pull financial and transactional data to support tax filings and compliance.
• Prepare and maintain tax support worksheets and schedules.
• Prepare, review, and support sign-off of tax-related account reconciliations.
• Support monthly and quarterly close processes with tax-related tasks.
• Assist with sales tax reporting and compliance support.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting.
• Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.).
• Experience with month end close, general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Must be a self‑starter who shows initiative.

• Experience with SAP (preferred).
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and local tax/sales & use (preferred).

This position requires working in the office 4‑5 days a week for the first 1‑2 months, followed by a shift to 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. The standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The role reports to the tax lead, and there are no other team members on the tax accounting team.

The company prides itself on a close‑knit culture built on respect and collaboration.

This is a Contract position based out of Frederick, MD.

The pay range for this position is $31.00 – $35.00 per hour. 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)

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.

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® 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 astoncarter for other accommodation options.