Job Title: Senior Accountant

Job Description

The Senior Accountant will work on project-based accounting, with a focus on labor and inventory, financial statements, cost of goods sold (COGS), and work in progress (WIPs). The ideal candidate should have experience in general ledger (GL) accounting within a manufacturing environment or maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) experience.

Responsibilities

Perform accurate and timely month-end closing procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and roll-forward calculations.Support Estimate to Complete calculations for project costing.Conduct job cost and inventory cost analysis to ensure accuracy and identify areas for improvement, providing insights and recommendations to management.Adhere to US GAAP standards while performing all job duties.Maintain and create cost accounting documentation as needed for audit purposes, including month-end closing procedures and analysis results.Monitor and evaluate financial transactions to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.Periodically analyze and update overhead costing rates.Compare actual production costs to historical or projected costs and report on variances.Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing valuable insights into cost drivers and trends.Participate in year-end closing procedures and annual audits, reconciling accounts and preparing accruals as necessary.Provide additional financial reporting and support to the finance team as needed.Keep management informed of area activities and any significant problems, reporting transactions outside established purchasing policies to the Controller.Maintain regular contact with other departments to obtain information and correct transactions, including reviewing source documents and matching purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documents.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in accounting, general ledger management, reconciliation, balance sheet preparation, and cost accounting.Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.5+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting with strong general ledger experience.2+ years of financial analysis experience.Strong experience in preparing and working with budgets, business planning, and providing solutions to key issues.Thorough understanding of US GAAP standards and cost accounting principles.Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of Sage is preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

MBA with a focus on Finance/Accounting is preferred.Experience using Sage Accounting is preferred.Experience using EmpowerMX is a plus.

Work Environment

The position is part of a small finance team, consisting of the CFO, VP of Finance, and accounts receivable and payable personnel. This role will be a new addition to the team. The work environment includes indoor settings such as offices and warehouse/airplane hangar environments. Standard office equipment like computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines will be used. Safety gear is required, and the employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibrations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $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 Fort Worth,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 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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