Job Title: Staff AccountantJob Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant/Accounting Associate to support critical day-to-day accounting operations, with a primary focus on high-volume bank account reconciliations. This role is essential to maintaining accurate financial records and supporting timely month-end close activities. While the position emphasizes foundational accounting and bookkeeping responsibilities, there is opportunity for growth into more complex accounting tasks over time. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity and is well-suited for an early-career accounting professional who is comfortable working with large transaction volumes and complex account activity. Responsibilities + Perform monthly bank account reconciliations for accounts with high transaction volume and complex activity. + Investigate and resolve reconciling items, discrepancies, and variances in a timely manner. + Record and review routine journal entries related to cash activity and general ledger accounts. + Support month-end close processes, including account analysis and documentation. + Maintain accurate, organized financial records and reconciliation support schedules. + Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure cash activity is properly recorded and understood. + Assist with additional accounting or bookkeeping tasks as assigned, with potential exposure to more advanced responsibilities over time. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). + 1–3 years of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or staff accountant role. + Hands-on experience with bank reconciliations, preferably involving high-volume transactions. + Strong attention to detail and ability to work through complex account activity. + Proficiency with Excel and general accounting systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience supporting month-end close in a multi-account environment. + Exposure to more advanced accounting functions beyond basic bookkeeping. + Interest in professional growth and taking on increased responsibility over time. Work Environment The position is based on-site from 8am to 5pm. The work environment offers the opportunity to join a strong Accounting Team with potential for internal growth at a prestigious higher education institution in Hartford, CT. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hartford, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $34.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Hartford,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026. About Aston Carter: 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. 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. 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.