Job Title: AccountantJob Description

This position is a key member of the water accounting team, responsible for collaborating with water subsidiaries and the parent company’s Financial Reporting and Consolidation teams. The role ensures the production of high-quality internal and external financial reports. The accountant will engage in various accounting functions, including preparing monthly journal entries, handling intercompany transactions, and performing monthly reconciliations.

ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with water subsidiaries and the parent company’s Financial Reporting and Consolidation teams.Prepare monthly journal entries and manage intercompany transactions.Perform monthly reconciliations and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.Engage in year-end reconciliation processes.Utilize Excel for data analysis, including using Pivot Tables and XLOOKUP.Participate actively in month-end close processes, handling 55-65 journal entries.Essential Skills2-3 years of accounting experience.Proficient in SAP, including SAP S4 Hana.Strong skills in Excel, particularly Pivot Tables and XLOOKUP.Initiative and problem-solving capabilities.Personable and professional demeanor with excellent customer service skills.High attention to detail and effective communication skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with year-end reconciliation is a plus.Any additional SAP certifications or training.Advanced Excel skills are advantageous.Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work schedule, with two days in the office (including Tuesday) and one flexible day, while the remaining three days are work-from-home. The role may require working one day on the weekend and staying past 5 PM during the month-end close.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.07/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 15, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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