Accountant

Talentify; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter in Saint Paul, MN seeks an Accountant for a contract assignment to manage accounts receivable using OSAS, process cash receipts, and support project billing and cost control.

You will reconcile bank accounts, review payroll and accounts payable, prepare sales/use tax reports, and provide financial insights to operations and leadership to improve profitability. This onsite role offers competitive hourly pay and benefits eligibility based on position and tenure.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable experience.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Hands-on project accounting, job costing, retainage, and construction billing.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable processes using OSAS, including preparing, reviewing, and submitting construction pay applications.
• Process daily cash receipts, record transactions, and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Lead collections efforts by following up on outstanding invoices, managing project retainage, and ensuring prompt resolution of payment issues.
• Administer project contracts and maintain project documentation to support billing, compliance, and audit requirements.
• Prepare and file monthly Sales and Use Tax reports, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence.
• Monitor daily banking activity, reconcile bank accounts, and review transactions.
• Review payroll and accounts payable processing for accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Analyze purchasing activity and compare expenditures against project budgets to identify variances.

Skills

AR experience

OSAS knowledge

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

OSAS

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Accountant

Family Oriented Culture | High Level Projects

Job Description

• Manage accounts receivable processes using Open Systems Accounting Software (OSAS), including preparing, reviewing, and submitting construction pay applications in a timely and accurate manner.
• Process daily cash receipts, record transactions, and maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.
• Lead collections efforts by following up on outstanding invoices, managing project retainage, and ensuring prompt resolution of payment issues.
• Administer project contracts and maintain comprehensive project documentation to support billing, compliance, and audit requirements.
• Prepare and file monthly Sales and Use Tax reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to applicable regulations.
• Monitor daily banking activity, review transactions, and reconcile bank accounts regularly.
• Review payroll and accounts payable processing for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Analyze purchasing activity and compare expenditures against project budgets to identify variances and support cost control efforts.
• Review monthly financial statements and prepare overhead cost analyses to support management decision-making.
• Compile and distribute weekly project backlog reports utilizing job cost reporting systems, providing clear visibility into current and future work.
• Prepare monthly sales reports, including tracking open bids and analyzing trends against historical performance to support forecasting.
• Conduct semi-annual project reviews comparing estimated versus actual labor hours, material costs, and overall project profitability, and communicate key findings.
• Collaborate closely with operations, project management, and leadership to provide financial insights and ensure alignment between project performance and financial results.
• Maintain organized digital and physical records using Microsoft Office tools and Adobe Acrobat, supporting efficient reporting and audit readiness.

Essential Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable experience.
• Experience within the commercial construction industry strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with project accounting, job costing, retainage management, and construction billing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 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 [e-mail] 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.