Staff Accountant

Talentify; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aston Carter seeking a Staff Accountant for a contract position in Baltimore, MD. You will manage financial documentation, code card transactions, and support accurate reporting in a fast-paced office environment.

You will handle checks, deposits, accounts receivable reconciliations, and journal entries, contributing to monthly close and financial integrity. Onsite work is required with moderate-to-high transaction volumes and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of general accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Ability to handle high transaction volumes.
• Understanding of journal entries and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Compile and organize supporting documentation for corporate credit cards and ~2,000 transactions per month.
• Review and code corporate card transactions to the appropriate GL and cost center.
• Deposit checks and maintain records of deposits and reimbursements.
• Log checks in internal cash management system for accurate cash reporting.
• Track and reconcile private equity fund receivables with Fund Administration for reimbursements.
• Assist with recording cash transactions and AR reconciliations.
• Prepare lower risk journal entries.

Skills

GL management

Reconciliation

Month-end

Journal entries

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

2+ years accounting experience

Job description

Staff Accountant

Job Description

The Staff Accountant will manage and organize financial documentation and processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and recordkeeping. This role involves handling a large volume of transactions and requires strong attention to detail and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Compile and organize supporting documentation for approximately 40 corporate credit cards, representing roughly 2,000 transactions per month, and coordinate with cardholders to obtain all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Review and code corporate credit card transactions to the appropriate legal entity, cost center, and general ledger account to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Deposit checks received and maintain complete and accurate records of all deposits, many of which are reimbursements for personal expenses charged to a firm credit card.
• Log and track checks received in the company's internal cash management application to support accurate cash reporting and recordkeeping.
• Track, maintain, and reconcile private equity fund receivables, and coordinate with the Fund Administration team to facilitate timely reimbursements.
• Assist with recording cash transactions and maintaining accounts receivable reconciliations.
• Prepare lower risk journal entries.

Essential Skills

• Experience with general ledger management
• Proficiency in reconciliation processes
• Ability to manage month-end procedures
• Competence in preparing journal entries
• Strong reporting skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in general accounting
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• Ability to handle high transaction volumes
• Understanding of journal entries and accounting principles

Work Environment

This position is onsite, requiring the Staff Accountant to work from the office location. The role involves handling financial transactions and maintaining records in a professional office setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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.

• 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 Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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.