Accountant Contract to Hire Job Description This role is responsible for preparing month-end journal entries along with related reconciliations, reports, and analyses, primarily focused on accounts receivable, cash, and sales activities. The position performs Revenue Recognition testing, supports the implementation of control systems, and assists with internal control audits. It involves gathering and correlating accounting and financial data using established procedures, applying fundamental accounting concepts to routine matters, and ensuring the accuracy of journal entries, budgets, and account classifications. The role also conducts special studies, develops financial reports, and carries out assignments that support strong internal controls, effective departmental relationships, and continuous professional development. Additionally, the position provides key support during the month-end close process, including audit requests and quarterly SEC reporting requirements. Responsibilities + Prepare month-end journal entries and related reconciliations, reports, and analyses. + Focus on accounts receivable, cash, and sales activities. + Perform Revenue Recognition testing. + Support implementation of control systems. + Assist with internal control audits. + Gather and correlate accounting and financial data using established procedures. + Apply fundamental accounting concepts to routine matters. + Ensure accuracy of journal entries, budgets, and account classifications. + Conduct special studies and develop financial reports. + Support strong internal controls and effective departmental relationships. + Provide key support during the month-end close process, including audit requests and quarterly SEC reporting requirements. Essential Skills + 2+ years as an accountant. + Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience. + Experience with General Ledger. + Reconciliations expertise. + Month-end close responsibilities - 6-day close. + Proficiency in journal entries. + Understanding of accounting law. + Experience in the manufacturing industry, ideally defense-related. + Strong experience in Excel, Infor LN, Oracle ERP, Infor FSM, Accounts Receivable. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with Infor LN. + Familiarity with Oracle ERP. + Knowledge of Infor FSM. + Accounts Receivable experience. Work Environment This is an all onsite role in an office environment with anticipated 40-hour work weeks. Annually, typically in April, availability is required for a half day of work on a Saturday. The role offers the opportunity to work in a manufacturing environment supplying primarily to the Air Force, providing the chance to wear multiple hats within accounting and develop skills in all facets Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cadillac, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $40.00/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 Cadillac,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 15, 2026. 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.