Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

This position involves preparing and maintaining accounting records, verifying financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The role includes cost accounting, month-end reporting, and general accounting practices. Successful candidates will complete entries in QuickBooks accurately and will be responsible for accounts receivable, with occasional assistance in accounts payable.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain accounting recordsVerify financial transactionsEnsure compliance with GAAPConduct cost accounting and month-end reportingPerform general accounting practicesComplete entries in QuickBooks accuratelyManage accounts receivable and assist with accounts payableResearch discrepancies in numbers and implement correctionsMaintain and improve internal financial controlsAssist with invoicing and purchasingSubmit purchase ordersAssist with administrative duties such as answering the phone and guest check-inHandle filing tasks

Essential Skills

Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft OfficeExperience in accounts payable and accounts receivableStrong skills in invoicing and general ledger managementKnowledge of month-end reporting3 years of accounting experience preferred

Work Environment

The work environment is a small office with fewer than five people, where team members cover for each other. Working hours are typically from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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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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 for other accommodation options.

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