Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in the month and year-end closing processes and the preparation of financial statements. This role involves preparing and processing journal entries, leading inventory cycle counts, and supporting production cost accounting.

• Assist in the month and year-end closing process for the preparation of financial statements.
• Prepare and process journal entries, including payroll, depreciation, lease, prepaid expense, and accrued expense.
• Lead weekly and monthly inventory cycle counts throughout the plant and perform inventory reconciliation.
• Review and analyze purchase order and accounts payable invoice costs by project.
• Assist the Controller with production cost accounting and system implementation as needed.
• Support continuous process improvements within the accounting department.
• Assist the Controller with building and organizing internal profit and loss statements by business segment.
• Travel locally between manufacturing sites as needed to support the full accounting department.
• Process and manage accounts payable transactions with accuracy.
• Resolve accounts payable discrepancies with the appropriate department internally.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs along with wire and ACH payments.
• Maintain and update vendor files including contact information, payment terms, and tax documentation.
• Update and maintain the fixed assets schedule and depreciation.
• Prepare monthly sales and use tax filings.
• Prepare month-end and year-end schedules.
• Participate in cross-training as a backup in other areas such as accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Engage with operations on the shop floor to gain a complete understanding of all business facets.

• Proficient in accounting, cost analysis, and journal entry preparation.
• Strong understanding of month-end processes and general ledger management.
• Experience with financial statement preparation.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 3-5 years of experience within accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Epicor or similar systems like SAP.

• Experience in cost accounting is beneficial but not required.
• AP/AR knowledge is advantageous as the candidate will serve as a backup.
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities.

The position is based onsite at the Solon facility and requires working Monday through Friday.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solon, OH.

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $26.44/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 Solon, OH.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

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 Clearly Rated 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 astoncarter for other accommodation options.