Staff Accountant

Talentify; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

On-site work environment

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accountant for a contract role based in Miramar, FL. The accountant will reconcile AP/AR for major programs, prepare journal entries, and support month-end/year-end close while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Strong Excel and accounting knowledge required.

The position emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to accounting principles within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or an additional 3 years of specific, relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• 4 years of relevant technical work experience in accounting or finance.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including proficiency with VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and pivot tables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Ability to read and write at a proficient level to prepare and interpret financial documentation.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and changing business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions for major programs to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate, document, and resolve account and invoice discrepancies, recommending and processing appropriate adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and external customers to resolve inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations for one or more business units in accordance with accounting standards.
• Research and process necessary stock adjustments to maintain accurate inventory and financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the finance function.

Skills

General ledger

Accounts reconciliation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

VLOOKUP

XLOOKUP

Pivot tables

Job description

Accountant needed in Miramar, FL!

Job Description

The Accountant plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records for major programs by reconciling accounts payable and receivable, preparing journal entries, and supporting month-end and year-end close activities. This position investigates and resolves account and invoice discrepancies, collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to address inquiries, and ensures that all transactions comply with established accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions for major programs to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate, document, and resolve account and invoice discrepancies, recommending and processing appropriate adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and external customers to resolve inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations for one or more business units in accordance with accounting standards.
• Research and process necessary stock adjustments to maintain accurate inventory and financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the finance function.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or an additional 3 years of specific, relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• 4 years of relevant technical work experience in accounting or finance.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including proficiency with VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and pivot tables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Ability to read and write at a proficient level to prepare and interpret financial documentation.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and changing business priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with vendor accounts and vendor-related reconciliations.
• Comfort collaborating across multiple business units or programs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines within monthly and annual close cycles.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work effectively.

Work Environment

This role is based in an office environment, with a standard schedule of five days per week on-site and flexibility where needed. The position involves regular use of computers and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, in a fast-paced setting with evolving business priorities. Collaboration with various teams is frequent, and the work focuses on detailed financial analysis and documentation in a professional office atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Miramar, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 Miramar,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.