Staff Accountant (A/P & A/R)

Aston Carter; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Aston Carter is hiring a Staff Accountant in Newark, NJ, offering a hands-on role in journal entries, reconciliations, and cash activities within a hybrid environment. You will contribute to month-end close across multiple entities and grow toward independent work after training.

The role emphasizes strong accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, and collaboration with a team of staff accountants. Hybrid onsite/remote work is available after training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics.
• Experience with intercompany accounting.
• Strong understanding of debits and credits; apply accurately.
• Ability to prepare and record journal entries for payroll, amortization, depreciation, allocations, and banking activities.
• Experience with account reconciliations for balance sheet and cash accounts.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; able to resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and enter ad hoc journal entries during the month-end close to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Prepare journal entries for payroll, amortization, depreciation, allocations, nontrade accruals, and banking activities.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts for 1–2 legal entities using Blackline.
• Reconcile cash accounts and manage cash reconciliation activities.
• Ensure period closes with no material errors and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with staff accountants to improve processes and support month-end close.

Skills

Intercompany accounting

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Cash reconciliation

Hyperion experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics

Tools

Blackline

Hyperion

Job description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

This Staff Accountant role offers an excellent opportunity in accounting within a collaborative and supportive team. You will gain hands‑on experience in journal entries, account reconciliations, and cash reconciliation activities, while contributing directly to the month‑end close process for multiple legal entities. The position is ideal for someone eager to learn, who understands fundamental accounting concepts, and who can grow into working independently in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and enter ad hoc journal entries during the month‑end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.




• Prepare journal entries for payroll, amortization, depreciation, allocations, nontrade accruals, line‑of‑credit activity, banking transactions, and other areas as needed.




• Reconcile balance sheet accounts for one to two legal entities using Blackline, ensuring accuracy and completeness in line with established timelines.




• Reconcile cash accounts, including ATM, loose cash, and other cash accounts, to ensure accurate daily and monthly cash positions.




• Manage cash reconciliation activities, including coordinating with armored service providers and yard personnel throughout the month to support proper daily reconciliation at the facility level.




• Ensure accounting periods close with no material errors by performing thorough account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly.




• Review and analyze outstanding check lists to identify outdated or stale checks, and follow up to clear them by contacting vendors, suppliers, and individuals to verify accuracy and resolve issues.




• Support department and organizational special projects as assigned, including developing a strong understanding of the month‑end inventory closing process.




• Collaborate with other staff accountants and team members to improve processes, share knowledge, and support overall department goals.




• Demonstrate initiative and ownership over assigned tasks, progressing toward independent work in a hybrid (onsite and remote) environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or economics.




• Experience with intercompany accounting




• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting concepts, including the difference between debits and credits, with the ability to apply this knowledge confidently and accurately.




• Ability to prepare and record journal entries for various types of transactions, including payroll, amortization, depreciation, allocations, nontrade accruals, and banking activities.




• Experience or aptitude in performing account reconciliations, particularly for balance sheet and cash accounts.




• High attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing financial data and resolving discrepancies.




• Self‑motivated, eager‑to‑learn attitude with the ability to manage workload and time effectively.




• Capability to work with some independence and transition to a partially remote schedule after training.




• Strong communication skills to coordinate with internal stakeholders and external parties such as vendors and suppliers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hyperion software experience is a plus




• Willingness to learn the month‑end inventory closing process and support related projects.




• Ability to work effectively as part of a team of staff accountants under the guidance of a financial accounting manager.




• Proactive, go-getter mindset, with a desire to take initiative rather than adopt a passive approach.

Work Environment

You will join a financial accounting team that includes multiple staff accountants and a manager of financial accounting, providing a strong peer group and mentorship environment for early‑career professionals. The team collaborates closely during the month‑end close and reconciliation processes, fostering a supportive culture where junior accountants can learn and develop. The role begins with an in‑office training period during which you will work closely with senior staff and leadership to learn systems, processes, and expectations. After the initial training period, the position transitions to a hybrid schedule, typically involving one to two days per week in the office with the remaining days worked remotely. The work involves regular use of accounting systems and reconciliation tools, including Blackline, as well as standard office technology. The environment emphasizes accuracy, accountability, and continuous learning, while also offering flexibility in scheduling and a stable workload with clear expectations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newark, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 position based out of Newark, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Newark,NJ.

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.

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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.