Job Details

Job Title: Sr Staff Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Sr. Staff Accountant to join our client's team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting the overall financial health of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Process non-inventory vendor invoices, check requests, and employee expense reports.

• Manage and distribute incoming mail and monitor the AP mailbox.

• Ensure all approvals and departmental coding are accurate.

• Maintain and update vendor information in the AP system, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.

• Resolve vendor inquiries, including researching payments, pay dates, and check numbers.

• Reconcile vendor statements and provide remittance details as requested.

• Manage daily and weekly check runs, including preparing payment proposals for checks and ACH payments based on vendor terms.

• Create and upload ACH files to the bank and distribute remittance details accordingly.

• Prepare month-end accruals for unprocessed AP vouchers from the previous period.

• Maintain vendor W-9 records and assist with the annual preparation of 1099 statements.

• Review, process, and enter corporate credit card statements, ensuring all receipts are properly coded.

• Handle international supplier transactions, including proforma invoicing, international wires, duty and freight invoice processing, and transaction reconciliations.

• Assess and determine the applicability of state sales and use taxes on received invoices.

• Participate in and respond to audit requests related to AP and international transactions.

• Identify and support process improvement opportunities within the finance department.

• Maintain an organized AP filing system (both paper and electronic) to ensure quick and accurate retrieval of information, especially during audits.

• Conduct special research and investigation projects independently as needed.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable in a manufacturing environment

• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, data manipulation)

• Systems-oriented

• Organized

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or similar preferred, or Associate's degree with strong relevant experience

• Understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)

• Strong computer skills with Excel essential

• A proactive, hands-on strategic thinker with effective problem-solving skills

• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and good recordkeeping

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Must use discretion and confidentiality

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred

• Must have recent experience working within a manufacturing industry

• 3-5 years' work experience in full-cycle accounts payable

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience

Work Environment

Onsite 5 days to start; once up and running will be 4 days onsite and 1 day remote. Hours are from 8:30am-5:00pm. Small, close-knit company where you aren't just a number, with growth potential into eventually becoming a controller.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

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 Middleboro,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 ...@astoncarter.com ( ...@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.