Staff accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to direct the overall accounting functions within our organization, utilizing QuickBooks Online. The role ensures compliance with accounting regulations and standards while adhering to company policies and procedures. This position involves cross-functional collaboration and offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvements in processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle accounting transactions, including Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R).

• Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.

• Manage vendor and customer setup in QuickBooks Online.

• Perform month-end close responsibilities.

• Track, update, and balance accrual accounts.

• Manage balance sheet, profit/loss statements, cash flow, and other financial documents as requested.

• Comply with financial policies and regulations and identify opportunities for process and system improvements.

• Compile information for internal and external auditors as required.

• Match daily bank transactions to QuickBooks and resolve any discrepancies.

• Backup for ensuring accurate and timely daily cash flow and intercompany transfers for each entity.

• Produce periodic financial reports ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.

• Provide backup for payroll tasks.

• Review timesheets and rates for project-related work and verify against invoices.

• Support company growth through evolving role responsibilities.

Essential Skills

• Experience in Accounting or Bookkeeping.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• QuickBooks experience is beneficial.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, related field, or equivalent experience.

• Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills.

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare comprehensive financial reports.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

• Proactive communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with management, vendors, and customers.

• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High integrity and commitment to financial stewardship.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Salle, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $40.87/hr.

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 La Salle,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2025.

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.

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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.