Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for managing cash account reconciliations, analyzing escheatment and returned check activity, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and collaborate effectively across teams. Key Responsibilities: + Perform accurate cash account reconciliations and analyze escheatment and returned check activity. + Lead monthly audits across multiple cash accounts to ensure compliance and data integrity. + Execute month-end close activities, including accruals and projections related to check authorization processes. + Conduct variance analysis for cash over/short balances and bad check expenses, providing timely insights. + Collaborate with internal teams, store personnel, and third-party vendors to resolve discrepancies. + Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. + Independently handle moderately complex accounting transactions with accuracy and consistency. + Maintain organized, audit-ready financial documentation in compliance with internal and external standards. + Act as the primary point of contact for SOX compliance, including internal control testing for capital assets and payables. + Support cross-functional initiatives and assist with special projects or process improvements. Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field. + 4+ years of experience in accounting, tax, or finance (public or private). + Strong understanding of GAAP concepts and financial controls. + Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access). Preferred Qualifications: + Master's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field. + CPA certification or active CPA candidacy. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mooresville, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $43.27/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 Mooresville,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025. 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.