Senior Accountant

St. Louis, MO

Job Description

The Senior Accountant serves as a key financial partner to the business, with a strong focus on cost accounting, production analysis, and financial reporting. This role manages core accounting processes, supports forecasting and budgeting, and collaborates closely with operations to strengthen internal controls, optimize costs, and improve overall business performance. The position offers the opportunity to work with international markets and contribute to the financial success of a growing organization.

Responsibilities

Analyze and report on production costs, inventory, and variances, and maintain accurate standard costing.Perform month-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and conducting reserve analysis.Manage cash reporting activities and ensure accurate tracking and reporting of cash positions.Oversee fixed assets accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliation within the ERP system.Administer and track capital projects within the ERP system to ensure proper accounting treatment and alignment with company policies.Support sales analytics by providing financial insights, profitability analysis, and performance reporting.Contribute to forecasting and budgeting processes by preparing financial models, analyzing trends, and validating assumptions.Support tax and audit requirements by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and responding to inquiries.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.Minimum of 2 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Hands-on experience with fixed assets accounting and cost analysis.Strong ERP system experience, such as SAP or Oracle.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data management and analysis.

Qualifications

CPA or CMA certification preferred.Experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.Experience supporting sales analytics, forecasting, and budgeting processes.Experience working within international or multi-market environments.Demonstrated ability to strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes.Comfort working cross-functionally with operations and other business partners.

Work Environment

This is an in-office role operating Monday through Friday during standard business hours. The position works within an ERP-driven accounting environment, leveraging systems such as SAP or Oracle and advanced Microsoft Excel for data management and analysis. You will collaborate closely with operations, finance, and other cross-functional teams in a professional office setting, with exposure to international markets and a growing, performance-focused organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Maryland Heights, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Medical Dental Vision 401K

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maryland Heights,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2026.

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\nAbout Aston Carter\n\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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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