Senior Accountant

Sr. Accountant

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Sr. Accountant to perform and oversee general accounting functions. This role includes managing journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis. The successful candidate will manage and maintain billing processes within Workday, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. You will support month-end and year-end close activities, including the preparation of financial statements and reports, while assisting with audits and ensuring adherence to GAAP and internal controls. Additionally, you will identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to system enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee general accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Manage and maintain billing processes within Workday, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Assist with audits and ensure adherence to GAAP and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to system enhancements.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in accounting, general ledger, reconciliation, and month-end processes.
• Experience with Workday billing and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, reporting, and financial statements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 2+ years of Workday ERP experience (required)
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CPA certification is a plus.
• Public accounting experience is advantageous.
• Experience in software as a service accounting is beneficial.
• Audit experience is a plus.
• Experience with international accounting would be an added advantage.

Work Environment

This position offers hybrid flexibility, with in-office work required two days a week (Tuesday and Wednesday). You'll be working with a supportive manager who is committed to the success of the team. The team consists of seven members, some local and some out of state. The company is growing rapidly, acquiring multiple businesses annually. For candidates outside of the state, fully remote options are available, open to most states. The office provides parking facilities nearby, and more details on parking arrangements will be followed up on. The manager is based in Minnesota.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $52.88/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 hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 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 for other accommodation options.