Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage all aspects of the accounting function for our growing engineering firm. This role is responsible for the full financial lifecycle of projects, day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, compliance, and month-end close. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with project managers and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full financial lifecycle of projects, including project setup and closeout in the ERP system.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including high-volume invoice processing, cash receipts, client billing, vendor management, and 1099 preparation.
• Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate project reporting, financial compliance, and timely billing.
• Perform general ledger and month-end close activities, including journal entries, bank and credit card reconciliations, prepaid expenses, depreciation, and financial statement preparation.
• Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing, including payroll tax filings, and labor reallocations.
• Provide support for year-end reporting, audits, and financial reviews, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate documentation.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of hands-on accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Friendly, collaborative, and team-oriented.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Architecture, construction, or engineering industry experience highly preferred.
• Experience in Unanet AE is a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment is an open 'pit style' office, requiring in-office presence 5 days a week during normal business hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Trussville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $40.87/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 Trussville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 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.

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