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Aston Carter Staff Accountant in Overland Park, Kansas
Aston Carter is partnering with a client in Overland Park seeking a Staff Accountant to add to their growing team. This is a contract to hire opportunity, with a hybrid schedule offered after the contract period!Job DescriptionThe Staff Accountant will be responsible for general accounting functions including accounts payable invoicing, preparing journal entries to the ledger, daily banking activities, and bank statement reconciliations. This position will also assist with month-end closing, account analysis, and other projects related to the Finance department's accounting functions.
Responsibilities
Responsible for general accounting functions and other related activities.
Process accounts payables invoices, including coding of invoices, obtaining proper approvals, and entering invoices for processing.
Enter daily banking transactions and post to the general ledger.
Reconcile bank accounts, verify deposits, and research any discrepancies.
Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations.
Administer the Credit Card Portal, assisting users, coding transactions, and reviewing proper receipts.
Process EFT payments for various vendor payables and client bordereaux.
Provide assistance to outside auditors by gathering necessary account information and documents.
Support the Finance team in completing month-end close and reporting.
Perform other related duties or ad-hoc special projects as assigned.
Essential Skills
Accounts receivable
Reconciliation
Accounts payable
Month-end close
Journal entry preparation
2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience in AP, AR, Bank Reconciliation, and Month-End close
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Accounting preferred but not required; if no degree, 3+ years of experience required
Experience with Workday or other ERP systems preferred
Proficiency in balance sheet preparation
Work Environment
Core hours are from 9 AM to 3 PM, but the office is open from 7 AM to 5 PM, allowing for a flexible schedule. The laid-back office environment of a smaller company provides opportunities to wear many hats and ensures a great work-life balance.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/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 hybrid position in Overland Park,KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.