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Staff Accountant Job Description The Staff Accountant will be a key player in ensuring the financial health and accuracy of our operations. Responsibilities include general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, financial reporting, and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting experience, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This position plays a key role in supporting accurate financial reporting and the overall success of the finance team. Responsibilities Perform accurate and timely bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations. Record journal entries in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures. Analyze financial statements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Issue certificates of insurance and tax exemption certifications as needed to support business operations. Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all entries are complete and properly documented. Use advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and SUMIFS to prepare reports and support financial analysis. Work within a large-scale ERP system (such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, SAGE, Infor, or NetSuite) to process and review financial transactions. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve reconciliation issues and ensure accurate financial reporting. Support month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and journal entries. Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes and reporting tools. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelors degree in accounting or finance 2+ years of reconciliations experience 2+ years of experience recording journal entries 2+ years of variance analysis experience Able to create pivot tables and Vlookups in Excel Proficient within a large scale ERP such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, Syteline, Microsoft Dynamics, or SAGE Work Environment This role is based onsite with an organization that emphasizes a positive company culture and fosters a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Work is performed using ERP systems and advanced Excel tools in a professional office setting. This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to ktrivigno @astoncarter.com along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Bethlehem, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00/yr. Benefits, benefits, benefits Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bethlehem,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2026. 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® Platinum Award 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
