Staff Accountant

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join the Finance team at a respected university. This role is essential to maintaining the integrity of financial operations, supporting month-end close activities, preparing financial reports, and assisting with audits. The ideal candidate will also bring experience in Accounts Payable to provide backup support when needed.

Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and post journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and reporting.Assist with internal and external audits by compiling and providing necessary documentation.Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial reports to support university operations and decision-making.Serve as a backup for Accounts Payable functions, including invoice processing and vendor communication.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.What You BringBachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, including journal entries and month-end close.Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting principles.Experience with Accounts Payable processes and systems.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; a team-oriented mindset.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with ERP systems more robust than QuickBooks (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday).Familiarity with capital asset management and fixed asset accounting.Prior experience supporting audit processes in a higher education or nonprofit environment.Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position located within a collaborative and mission-driven university setting. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values integrity, accuracy, and continuous improvement. The university offers a stable work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.77 - $30.77/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 West Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2025.

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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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