Accounting Systems Analyst (Contract)

Aston Carter; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a contract-based Data Analyst in Dallas, TX to support accounting and operations teams with data validation, reconciliation, and reporting. You’ll work across SAP, RightAngle, and Excel to ensure data accuracy and timely month-end close.

The role involves learning workflows, testing, and process improvements within a dynamic, acquisition-driven environment. The position is onsite in Dallas with a focus on integration activities, data-driven problem solving, and

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of analytical experience.
• Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Accounting Analyst, Operations Analyst, or similar.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Comfortable learning new systems quickly.
• Curious, detail-oriented, and process-focused.
• Experience researching issues and solving problems independently.

Responsibilities

• Research and resolve accounting and operational data discrepancies
• Analyze information across multiple systems and identify root causes of issues
• Support accounting teams with transaction validation and reconciliation activities
• Learn system workflows and document business processes
• Assist with testing, troubleshooting, and process improvement initiatives
• Maintain data accuracy and support ongoing integration efforts related to the Parkland acquisition
• Develop reports and perform data analysis using Excel and other reporting tools
• Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, and IT resources to identify gaps and recommend improvements

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Data analysis

Problem solving

Adaptable

Tools

SAP

RightAngle

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Research and resolve accounting and operational data discrepancies
• Analyze information across multiple systems and identify root causes of issues
• Support accounting teams with transaction validation and reconciliation activities
• Learn system workflows and document business processes
• Assist with testing, troubleshooting, and process improvement initiatives
• Maintain data accuracy and support ongoing integration efforts related to the Parkland acquisition
• Develop reports and perform data analysis using Excel and other reporting tools
• Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, and IT resources to identify gaps and recommend improvements

Preferred Background

• 1-5 years of analytical experience
• Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Accounting Analyst, Operations Analyst, or similar
• Strong Excel skills
• Comfortable learning new systems quickly
• Curious, detail-oriented, and process-focused
• Experience researching issues and solving problems independently

Work Environment

This role supports several operational accounting teams within an organization that recently completed a significant acquisition, creating a dynamic and evolving work environment. Multiple permanent team members are dedicating substantial time to integration and acquisition-related initiatives over the next 12 months, and you will provide critical support to ensure business continuity. You will work with complex distribution and supply chain operations, including pipelines, terminals, trucks, rail, and marine transportation, and you will interact regularly with operations, logistics, and accounting teams. The environment emphasizes strong accounting, analytical, and transactional finance capabilities, with frequent use of SAP, Right Angle (where applicable), and Excel for reconciliations, reporting, and analysis. You can expect to handle high volumes of transactional data across multiple systems, participate in month-end close activities, and contribute to ongoing process improvements. The culture values collaboration, accuracy, and efficiency, offering an opportunity to gain broad exposure to billing, revenue, inventory, and settlement processes within a large, operationally focused finance organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $60.00/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 Dallas,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 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] ([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.