Accounting Associate

Job Title: Accounting Associate

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Contract to Hire, Tampa, FL

As an Accounting Associate, you will assist the team with project budgeting, invoicing, and preparing monthly status reports. You will be responsible for project coordination and managing all project-related document control, including developing and tracking decision logs, creating and processing action items, and assisting with accounts payable, overhead expenses, and general ledger accounting.

• Assist with project budgeting, invoicing, and monthly status reports.
• Coordinate projects and handle all document control.
• Develop and track decision logs, create and process action items.
• Assist in processing accounts payable, overhead expenses, and general ledger accounting.
• Perform coding in general ledger and data entry.
• Assist with project set‑up, budgeting, invoicing, and contract assessment.
• Utilize Excel for pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and reporting.
• Submit purchase requisitions and manage labor adjustments.

• 2+ years of experience in project accounting and project billing.
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and formulas.
• Experience with Oracle software.
• Industry experience with a mid to large‑sized accounting and finance group.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Experience in construction, engineering, environmental, or architecture industry preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, direct/indirect labor, billing, job costing, and project life cycle.

The position is based in a modern office located in Tampa, within a professional environment. The team comprises five accountants. Initially, the training will be conducted fully on‑site during the contract period. Once training is completed, the position will transition to a hybrid work model. The company offers competitive pay raises upon permanent conversion and a strong benefits plan.

Pay range: $22.00 – $26.93 per hour.

• Medical, dental & vision coverage
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for 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)

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. We specialize in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain, and select administrative professions, extending the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500.

Aston Carter 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.

Final date to receive applications:
Jan 23, 2026