Aston Carter
Accountant
Aston Carter, Burlington, North Carolina, United States, 27215
Job Title: Accountant
Job Description
As an Accountant, you will be responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and receipts. You will lead the company vehicle program and employee purchase programs, manage fixed asset accounting, and support monthly financial close activities. Additionally, you will prepare financial reports, identify and resolve accounting issues, and support budget preparation and financial planning processes.
Responsibilities
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
Lead the company vehicle program and employee purchase programs.
Handle fixed asset accounting, including monthly financial close, reconciliations, internal control maintenance, asset management, and capital reporting.
Process inter-company orders/invoices and reconcile inter-company balances.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, providing insights on financial status and performance.
Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting issues and discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Support budget preparation and financial planning processes.
Maintain accounting controls by following policies and procedures and complying with financial legal requirements.
Support tax accountants by exporting/compiling requested data and documentation.
Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of month-end close activities for fixed assets, AP, and AR, including journal entries, monthly account reconciliations, and reporting.
Respond to inquiries from management regarding expenses, budgets, etc.
Identify process inefficiencies and contribute to process enhancements for increased efficiency and accuracy.
Maintain customer and supplier master data.
Participate in financial audits, collaborating with external auditors and providing necessary information.
Participate in ad-hoc projects and initiatives related to financial analysis, process improvements, and planning.
Apply accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Review and create financial transactions that comply with IFRS while incorporating appropriate accounting controls.
Essential Skills
Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
0-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with accounts payable.
General knowledge of finance and accounting principles, including GAAP.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, and accounting systems.
Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization.
Sound time management skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to show initiative and take responsibility.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Willingness to learn and grow.
Strong analytical skills to identify and solve complex problems, interpret data, and make sound decisions.
Continuous improvement skills to identify and implement process improvements, waste reduction, and cost savings.
Being an accountant for a manufacturing/industrial company is required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Perform root cause analysis and propose solutions for problems related to responsible areas.
Improve work instructions and standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with internal and external policies and regulations.
Customize and enhance reports to meet the needs and expectations of different audiences, and present and explain reports to management and clients.
Analyze financial data to identify opportunities for improvement or areas of concern.
Provide recommendations and insights based on analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
Work Environment
\ The performance of this position will require exposure to manufacturing areas where personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields, mandatory hearing protection, and safety shoes may be required.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $750000.00/hr.
Sixteen national holidays, six sick days, four personal days, three weeks of PTO, one additional week for plant shutdown. 401K is a eight percent match.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Burlington,NC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 10, 2024.
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.
Job Description
As an Accountant, you will be responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and receipts. You will lead the company vehicle program and employee purchase programs, manage fixed asset accounting, and support monthly financial close activities. Additionally, you will prepare financial reports, identify and resolve accounting issues, and support budget preparation and financial planning processes.
Responsibilities
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
Lead the company vehicle program and employee purchase programs.
Handle fixed asset accounting, including monthly financial close, reconciliations, internal control maintenance, asset management, and capital reporting.
Process inter-company orders/invoices and reconcile inter-company balances.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, providing insights on financial status and performance.
Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting issues and discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Support budget preparation and financial planning processes.
Maintain accounting controls by following policies and procedures and complying with financial legal requirements.
Support tax accountants by exporting/compiling requested data and documentation.
Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of month-end close activities for fixed assets, AP, and AR, including journal entries, monthly account reconciliations, and reporting.
Respond to inquiries from management regarding expenses, budgets, etc.
Identify process inefficiencies and contribute to process enhancements for increased efficiency and accuracy.
Maintain customer and supplier master data.
Participate in financial audits, collaborating with external auditors and providing necessary information.
Participate in ad-hoc projects and initiatives related to financial analysis, process improvements, and planning.
Apply accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Review and create financial transactions that comply with IFRS while incorporating appropriate accounting controls.
Essential Skills
Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
0-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with accounts payable.
General knowledge of finance and accounting principles, including GAAP.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, and accounting systems.
Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization.
Sound time management skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to show initiative and take responsibility.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Willingness to learn and grow.
Strong analytical skills to identify and solve complex problems, interpret data, and make sound decisions.
Continuous improvement skills to identify and implement process improvements, waste reduction, and cost savings.
Being an accountant for a manufacturing/industrial company is required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Perform root cause analysis and propose solutions for problems related to responsible areas.
Improve work instructions and standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with internal and external policies and regulations.
Customize and enhance reports to meet the needs and expectations of different audiences, and present and explain reports to management and clients.
Analyze financial data to identify opportunities for improvement or areas of concern.
Provide recommendations and insights based on analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
Work Environment
\ The performance of this position will require exposure to manufacturing areas where personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields, mandatory hearing protection, and safety shoes may be required.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $750000.00/hr.
Sixteen national holidays, six sick days, four personal days, three weeks of PTO, one additional week for plant shutdown. 401K is a eight percent match.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Burlington,NC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 10, 2024.
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.