Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

As an Accountant, you will handle large volumes of journal entries, approximately 300 per month, and maintain the General Ledger. Your responsibilities will include running credits and debits, preparing income statements, and supporting balance sheets for assigned product lines. You will also record fixed assets acquisitions and dispositions, allocate operating expenses in the general ledger, and be familiar with both GAAP and Statutory accounting principles for life insurance. Additionally, you will assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual statutory financial statements, state-specific filings, and perform monthly bank reconciliations. You will also assist in premium tax filings and provide support to other functional areas of the company as needed, always striving to deliver the highest level of customer service.

Hard Skills

• Journal Entry expertise

• Experience with credits and debits

• Proficiency in General Ledger management

• Knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting rules

• Proficiency in SAP or another major ERP

• Excel skills including pivot tables and Vlookups

Soft Skills

• Ability to quickly adapt and learn

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Customer service orientation

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Environment

The initial 6 months will be office-based, transitioning to a hybrid model with remote work on most Wednesdays. The environment is growth-focused, working within a team of 6 in accounting and 25 in the broader Finance & Accounting team. The company promotes a friendly and flexible work culture.

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® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.