Staff Accountant

St. Louis, MO

Job Description

The Staff Accountant will support key accounting functions, including month-end closing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks. This role includes project-based accounting responsibilities, such as handling pay-when-paid AP processes and supporting Project Leads with AR documentation. The Staff Accountant will assist in compiling lien waivers, preparing invoice packages, performing weekly cash analysis, and completing monthly bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and is motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

Support CFO in month-end closing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable tasks.Handle project-based accounting responsibilities, including pay-when-paid AP processes.Support Project Leads with accounts receivable documentation.Compile lien waivers and prepare invoice packages.Perform weekly cash analysis and complete monthly bank reconciliations.Participate in cross-training efforts across entities and identify opportunities to streamline processes.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables.General accounting knowledge, including month-end close processes.Experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable management.Ability to conduct reconciliations, including cash and bank reconciliations.Strong documentation and accuracy skills.Cross-functional collaboration skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 4–7 years in an accounting role or currently pursuing an accounting/finance degree.QuickBooks experience is preferred but not required.Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Dependable, detail-oriented, and accurate in all work.Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively.Demonstrated ability to learn and embrace new tools, and participate in process improvements.

Work Environment

Fast-paced, collaborative accounting team with direct exposure to key leadership. The role involves a project-based environment requiring interaction across operations and project management, with multi-entity accounting exposure. Emphasis on professional development and cross-training.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Intelica Benefits Summary (2025–2026)\nEnrollment: Aug 13–20, effective Sept 1. Must elect coverage.\nMedical Plans (Anthem):\n- HDHP + HSA: $4,000 ded / $7,000 OOP max; $0 employee premium; HSA limit $4,300/$8,550.\n- PPO + HRA: $4,000 ded (you pay $2,000); $6,900 OOP max; $30 PCP; $70 specialist.\nMental Health: Free EAP, Talkspace, LiveHealth, 988 hotline.\nWellbeing Rewards: Up to $200 for preventive care & digital wellness.\nDental (Guardian): Low & High plans; Preventive 100%; High plan ortho included.\nVision (EyeMed): $10 exam; $130 frames; $150 contacts.\nLife & Disability: Voluntary life up to $300k; STD 60% to $1,500/wk; LTD 60% to $6,000/mo.\nExtras: Pet benefits; GeoBlue international coverage; STL cancer support community.\nKey Contacts: Claims—Colleen Waldron; Eligibility—Danielle Westfall; Advisor—Koryssa Annis.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 24, 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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