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Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Job Description

• Perform the monthly close process, including review of general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, sales and invoicing processes, accounts payable, and capital asset management.

• Lead the preparation of monthly financial statements for review by senior leaders.

• Assist with the annual Profit Plan and quarterly financial forecast packages.

• Provide program profitability data with in-depth analysis of variances to expected results.

• Collaborate with other departments on bid packages, work order management, collections, and program management.

• Provide reporting for cash management and planning, and lead the management of the accounts receivable process.

• Maintain effective internal controls for financial and inventory transactions.

• Participate in high-level meetings, including Operational Reviews, Bid Reviews, and Program Manager Reviews.

• Assist with internal financial audits and external customer pricing audits.

• Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports as required. Analyze trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to predict future revenues and expenses.

• Oversee month-end balancing and journal entries. Handle and reconcile general ledger data as per company procedures.

• Prepare monthly standard reports and assist with tax schedules and returns as necessary.

• Complete special projects and support other departments with financial data and special requests.

• Offer suggestions for departmental improvements, including cost savings measures and reporting enhancements.

Hard Skills

• 3 years of manufacturing accounting

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Wichita, Kansas.

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.