Tariff Accountant

Job Title:

Tariff Accountant

This position will be responsible for managing international trade and tariffs related to the business line. The role involves preparing and consolidating financial statements, ensuring accounting and reconciliations related to tariffs are accurate for reporting purposes, and leading monthly close processes.

• Prepare and consolidate financial statements.
• Ensure accounting and reconciliations related to tariffs are accurate for reporting.
• Lead monthly close processes, including journal entries.
• Utilize SAP and Excel for financial tasks.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure data accuracy.
• Work cross-functionally with logistics and accounting teams to ensure data accuracy.
• Support international trade‑related accounting processes, including tariffs, duty tracking, and brokerage cost analysis.
• Bridge the gap between accounting and logistics.
• Research accounting standards and regulatory changes impacting financial reporting.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, especially around financial data accuracy and reporting.

• Accounting and reconciliation expertise.
• Experience with month‑end processes and financial statement preparation.
• Knowledge of international trade and finance, specifically tariffs.
• Strong skills in SAP and Excel.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment or logistics.
• Exposure to international trade, customs, or tariffs is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and strong critical thinking skills.

This role operates in an on‑site environment at the headquarters in Tampa. The position is hybrid, requiring four days in‑office and one remote day per week, which can be any day from Tuesday to Friday. The work environment is dynamic, with a strong internal team and culture. The role offers a contract position with the potential for extension or full‑time opportunities based on performance.

This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

• 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)

This is a hybrid position in Tampa, FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 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.