Job Title: Senior Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team onsite at our Cedar Rapids headquarters. This full-time position is highly visible within the organization and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one.

Responsibilities

Manage daily general ledger activity, including journal entries and account reconciliations.Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including invoicing, cash application, vendor payments, and aging analysis.Process and review project billing and coding for accuracy and completeness.Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations.Prepare routine financial reports and statements; support month-end and year-end close activities.Support audits, compliance requirements, and maintenance of internal controls.Assist with tax-related tasks, including sales/use tax, property tax, and income tax preparation in coordination with tax advisors.Ensure financial reporting adheres to GAAP standards.Perform intercompany reconciliations.Monitor daily cash flow and assist with banking tasks, including deposits, transfers, and account reconciliations.Support budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning processes.Provide financial analysis and insights to Senior management as needed.Partner with the Controller and management team on strategic projects and initiatives.

Essential Skills

5+ years of accounting experience (GL, AR/AP, payroll, or related areas).Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and QuickBooks Enterprise is required.Strong attention to detail.Highly organized, dependable, and able to meet strict deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

ERP experience preferred but not required.Experience with job cost accounting or project-based environments preferred.Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment is a small office setting with a total of 10 people, emphasizing culture and teamwork. The company promotes a high-energy atmosphere with supportive team dynamics, great communication, free lunches, and a lot of laughter along the way. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with a 3% company match, company-paid life insurance, and paid time off.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.66 - $40.87/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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

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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