Accounting Manager

Aston Carter; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the general ledger, manage a team of accountants, and ensure timely, accurate close under U.S. GAAP. You will mentor three or more staff, review complex journal entries, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive process improvements.

This permanent, mostly remote role is based out of Camp Hill, PA, with occasional onsite travel. You will leverage ERP systems and advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) to produce reliable reporting

Qualifications

• CPA license and accounting background.
• Experience leading month-end close and close processes.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with large ERP systems and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Oversee general ledger activities to ensure timely financial information.
• Review complex journal entries and reconciliations for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.
• Mentor and develop a team of three or more accountants.
• Analyze variances and drive corrective actions.
• Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Support audits and respond to inquiries with schedules.

Skills

CPA license

Public accounting

U.S. GAAP

Month-end close

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Financial reporting

Team leadership

ERP systems

Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Vantagepoint

Deltek

Job description

Job Description The Accounting Manager leads general ledger accounting activities and ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the financial close process. This role manages and develops a team of accountants, oversees complex journal entries and account reconciliations, and ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies. The Accounting Manager collaborates closely with cross-functional partners to resolve accounting issues, supports internal and external audits, and drives continuous improvement in processes and controls while serving as a knowledgeable resource across the organization.

Job Title

Accounting Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Oversee general ledger accounting activities to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial information.
• Review and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies across all accounting activities.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of three or more accountants, providing guidance, feedback, and support to enhance performance and professional growth.
• Perform detailed account analysis to identify variances, trends, and issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls over financial reporting and key accounting processes.
• Partner cross-functionally with other departments to resolve accounting issues and support business initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and addressing audit findings.
• Utilize a large-scale ERP system to manage accounting data, reporting, and process efficiencies.
• Create and use pivot tables and VLOOKUPs in Excel to analyze financial data and support reporting and decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and reporting to increase accuracy, efficiency, and control.
• Contribute to financial reporting activities, including preparation and review of financial statements and related disclosures.

Essential Skills

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• At least 7 years of experience performing reconciliations and recording journal entries.
• At least 7 years of financial reporting experience.
• At least 2 years of experience reviewing reconciliations and journal entries.
• At least 2 years of experience managing a team of three or more accountants.
• Experience working within public accounting.
• Experience working for a company with revenue over $300 million.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Proven ability to lead and participate in the month-end close process.
• Proficiency in creating and using pivot tables and VLOOKUPs in Excel.
• Proficiency with a large-scale ERP system.
• Demonstrated experience with internal controls over financial reporting.
• Strong skills in general ledger accounting, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Ability to perform detailed account analysis and interpret financial data.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Vantagepoint or Deltek software.
• Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and strengthen controls.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional work.
• Ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource on accounting matters across the organization.

Work Environment

The role offers a mostly remote work environment and supports candidates in any time zone. Team members typically work from home and travel onsite a few times per year for team meetings and collaboration. The position operates within a professional accounting and finance setting, using a large-scale ERP system and advanced Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs. The culture emphasizes a supportive, down-to-earth leadership style and a collaborative team atmosphere, with a focus on professional growth, strong internal controls, and continuous improvement in financial processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Camp Hill, PA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

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.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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