G/L Accountant

Aston Carter; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accountant in Olathe, KS to support general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close within a collaborative finance team. The role focuses on journal entries, financial reporting support, and process improvement opportunities.

This is a fully onsite position with potential for hybrid flexibility after six months based on performance. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years of general ledger experience, plus advanced Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of general ledger accounting experience.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts for accuracy.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and month-end adjustments.
• Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet analysis.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Support financial reporting and management analysis.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an Accountant to join a well-established organization that has been operating successfully for many years. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with 3+ years of general ledger accounting experience and a Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance who is looking to grow within a stable company and collaborative accounting team of 8+ professionals. The role will focus on general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting support. The ideal candidate will possess strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. While the position is fully onsite initially, there is potential for hybrid flexibility after approximately six months based on performance and business needs.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an Accountant to support general ledger accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role will work closely with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate financial records, analyze variances, support cash management activities, and assist with process improvement initiatives. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their responsibilities and make an impact within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, allocations, and other month-end adjustments.
• Perform bank account, balance sheet, and account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and unusual transactions.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare financial analyses, account schedules, and management reporting support.
• Review financial activity for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Support cash flow forecasting and treasury-related activities.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and external audit requests.
• Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and identify opportunities to enhance efficiencies.
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of general ledger accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cash management, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Exposure to fixed asset accounting and operational accounting environments.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement process enhancements.
• Experience working with ERP or other accounting systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Olathe, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Olathe, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

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.