Aston Carter is seeking an Accountant/Bookkeeper to support a small, collaborative team in the Kansas City metro area. This on‑site role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the full accounting cycle and serving as the primary point of contact for all accounting needs. The company has about 70 employees, generates roughly $150M in annual revenue, and offers a flexible, stable work environment. Construction industry experience is strongly preferred, especially for candidates familiar with project‑based accounting and job costing

Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Accountant/Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial records by recording daily transactions, reconciling bank statements, processing payroll, and managing accounts payable and receivable. You will prepare financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements, ensuring compliance with tax laws and accounting standards. Proficiency in Excel, high attention to detail, and data entry accuracy are key skills required for this role.

Responsibilities

Accurately record day-to-day financial transactions, including sales, purchases, and expenses, in the general ledger.Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and sales tax on a monthly basis.Handle bi-weekly payroll, monitor timesheets, and ensure compliance with tax regulations.Prepare, analyze, and maintain accurate financial statements, such as income statements and balance sheets.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.Collaborate with accountants to prepare for tax season and audits.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.Experience in general ledger, reconciliation, and cash flow management.Strong skills in Excel and attention to detail in data entry.2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is strongly preferred (3-5 years of experience in accounting if no degree).Experience in the construction industry is highly preferred.

Work Environment

The position is located at our office in Olathe. The work environment is flexible on hours but requires on-site presence. The company has a total of 70 employees and reports about $150 million in revenue annually. The role reports to the VP and involves being the key go-to person for anything accounting related.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Olathe, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Olathe,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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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