Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Summary

The Staff Accountant supports the monthly close process and financial reporting by preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, growing environment and takes ownership of their work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support month-end close by preparing journal entries and performing flux/variance analysis
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of transactions to the general ledger
• Perform monthly cash and balance sheet reconciliations; research and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare routine and non‑routine journal entries for revenue, receivables, accruals, and reclassifications
• Maintain assigned balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Maintain process and control documentation
• Assist with ad hoc projects, financial analysis, and special initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with team members and management
• Adapt to changing business needs, including occasional overtime

Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of experience in accounting or a related role
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills a plus)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Team-oriented with a positive, “can‑do” attitude

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX 78248.

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $32.69/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)

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX 78248.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 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® 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.