Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Your duties will include managing general ledger entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end and year-end close processes, and supporting audits. You will collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and contribute to the overall financial health of the organization.

• Prepare and maintain financial records and statements.

• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Support internal and external audits.

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations.

• Provide financial analysis and reporting to management.

• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

• 1 to 3 years of experience in higher education accounting/accounts receivable and/or office administration

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office

• Analytical skills and knowledge of general ledger accounting

• Detail-oriented and well-organized

• Ability to work under pressure and interact well with a variety of people within the college community

• High integrity to handle confidential information

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.64 - $30.26/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 New London,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 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.