Accounting Manager

Aston Carter; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in staffing and recruiting is seeking an Accounting Manager in Jacksonville, FL. The ideal candidate will have experience in Big 4 accounting firms and manufacturing cost accounting, with strong skills in inventory SOX controls. This fully remote position offers competitive pay and potential for contract extension or permanent placement.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in Big 4 accounting firms is essential.
• Strong skills in manufacturing cost accounting required.
• Hands-on approach to accounting and data entry is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quarterly data for SOX controls and support inventory accounting.
• Perform monthly accounting close activities and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites to analyze variances and forecasts.

Skills

Inventory SOX controls

Manufacturing cost accounting

Data entry

Journal entries preparation

Balance sheet reconciliations

Education

Doctorate degree or Master's degree with 2 years of experience

Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience

Associate degree with 10 years of experience

High school diploma/GED with 12 years of experience

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Accounting Manager with robust experience in Big 4 accounting firms and a solid background in manufacturing cost accounting. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in inventory SOX controls and be adept at preparing and analyzing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations. A hands-on approach to accounting, including performing data entries and transactional tasks, is essential.

Job Title: Accounting Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Accounting Manager with robust experience in Big 4 accounting firms and a solid background in manufacturing cost accounting. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in inventory SOX controls and be adept at preparing and analyzing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations. A hands-on approach to accounting, including performing data entries and transactional tasks, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and gather quarterly data for SOX controls.
• Support inventory accounting for affiliates.
• Review work performed by outsourced resources.
• Analyze, prepare, book entries, and reconcile inventory-related transactions.
• Perform and review monthly accounting close activities, including variance analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites to understand and analyze manufacturing variances and volume forecasts.
• Consolidate and report site inventory balances by product/site and perform detailed monthly variance analysis.
• Participate in the annual standard costing process and manage ad hoc updates for distribution sites.
• Exercise sound judgment and initiative in handling quarterly SOX process certification.
• Prepare and review audit schedules, ensuring audit readiness and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline assigned processes and cross-train with peers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to determine and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Manage special projects requiring Global Accounting representation.
• Lead and manage the outsourced provider team to ensure timely completion of accounting tasks.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Experience in Big 4 accounting firms.
• Manufacturing cost accounting experience.
• Expertise in inventory SOX controls.
• Preparation and analysis of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Doctorate degree or Master's degree with 2 years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience.
• Associate degree with 10 years of experience.
• High school diploma/GED with 12 years of experience.
  
  

Work Environment

This role offers remote work with first shift hours. Candidates must be comfortable rolling up their sleeves and engaging closely with the team. There is potential for contract extension, and permanent positions may be offered to exemplary performers.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $84.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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