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Job Title: Accounting SpecialistJob Description

We are seeking a dependable Accounting Specialist with 2–3 years of small-business accounting experience to join our team. This position is integral to supporting our daily accounting tasks, payroll, billing, and general office and financial functions. It is an ideal role for someone seeking a long-term position with variety, stability, and room for growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting tasks to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Manage payroll operations efficiently.
• Handle billing and accounts payable tasks.
• Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting.
• Maintain and update the general ledger.
• Engage in bookkeeping activities to support financial operations.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of small business accounting experience.
• 1+ years of experience in month-end reconciliation and reporting.
• 1+ years of experience in payroll management.
• Proficiency in accounting, month-end closing, financial reporting, accounts payable, general ledger, and bookkeeping.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• An accounting degree is preferred.

Work Environment

Our company is a family-owned and operated business with three locations. We value a supportive work environment and a strong team culture. The Cedar Rapids location, where you will be based, consists of a small, close-knit group of six employees who value culture and tenure. We offer full benefits and are committed to creating a supportive environment where employees can contribute, grow, and be part of a company with a long-standing history of over 100 years.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $33.65/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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 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 ., 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.