Accountant Opportunity

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Accountant / Controller who is proficient with Spectrum ERP software. This role includes managing all aspects of accounting functions and reporting, including general accounting, cash/accounts receivable, payroll, tax, accounts payable, fixed asset, internal and external reporting, compliance, and systems automation. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely production of financial reports, maintaining accounting records and controls to mitigate risk, and driving process improvements. This position requires effective communication with leadership and collaboration across departments to uphold our company values and ethics.

Essential Job Functions:

• Leads and directs all accounting functions, reporting and systems including General Accounting, Cash/AR, Payroll, Tax, Accounts Payable, Fixed Asset, Internal and External Reporting, Compliance, systems automation and other required special projects.

• Manages all department income statements and financial reporting in a timely and organized manner.

• Manages direct reports within the accounting department to ensure required tasks are being completed in a timely manner.

• Ensures accurate and on-time production of periodic financial reports.

• Maintains an adequate system of accounting records, a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, and enhances the accuracy of the Company’s reported financial results.

• Holds Project Manager’s and the Operations department accountable.

• Drives process improvements and serves as the key liaison between accounting and all other departments within the Company.

• Strictly adheres to ethical practices when it comes to role and department responsibilities, and encourages the team to abide by the Company’s core values in their day-to-day functions.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally to leadership and other staff members.

Hard Skills

• Spectrum Software proficiency

• Construction industry knowledge

• Comprehensive accounting skills

• Financial reporting

• Month-end closure

Soft Skills

• Leadership and management of accounting team

• Effective communication

• Professional conduct

• Ethical practice adherence

• Process improvement implementation

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Aurora, Illinois.

Work Environment

Office-based role within the construction industry, collaborating closely with the office and executive team. The work environment is dynamic, with a small family-like atmosphere that is both fun and supportive. It is essential to have resilience, while working through various partnerships.

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.

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