Senior Accountant

Aston Carter • Melbourne, FL • 1d ago

Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced accountant to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of our organization. You will be responsible for auditing accounts, managing cost systems studies, and ensuring the accuracy of various financial accounts. Your expertise will contribute to improving accounting policies and procedures, and you will have the opportunity to lead tasks and guide less experienced staff members.

Responsibilities:

Audit accounts to ensure adherence to corporate policy.

Conduct cost systems studies.

Ensure integrity of expense, tax, insurance, overhead, accounts payable & receivables, and special fund amounts.

Lead tasks or aspects of a task or project; provide guidance to less experienced staff members.

Recommend improvements to accounting policies and procedures.

Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

Apply principles of accounting to monitor and analyze financial information, and prepare specialized reports.

Balance books and prepare accounting statements such as profit/loss, income, and cash flow.

Record assets and liabilities and other financial transactions.

Maintain records of disbursements and expenses.

Review accounts and reports for accuracy.

Contribute to the design or modification of accounting systems.

Contribute to improving processes and procedures that accurately capture, track, and report on financial transactions.

Ensure adherence to and communication of accounting policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Proficiency in accounting, general ledger, reconciliation, journal entry, and reporting.

Experience in corporate and governmental accounting.

Security clearance and month-end closing expertise.

Ability to work with government contracts.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

5+ years of directly related experience, preferably in a government contracting environment.

Experience with preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliation, etc.

Power Query experience is highly desired.

Work Environment: This position is based in an onsite office environment where you will be part of a great work environment with opportunities for growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Melbourne, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

MedicalThe medical options are provided through United Healthcare. Prescription drug coverage is included under bothmedical plan options and is administered by CVS Caremark.? Independence CDHP Option? Liberty PPO Option? TRICARE Supplement Plan (Not sponsored by DRS): Medical program offered through the Dept. of Defensefor active duty and retired military personnel and their families.DentalProvided through Delta Dental of VA.Voluntary VisionCoverage is provided through EyeMed Vision Care. Eye exams and lenses (including contacts) are included in the planfor service every 12 months; frames are included every 24 months.Pretax Spending Accounts (FSAs and HSA)Health Care FSA (HCFSA), Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Limited Purpose FlexibleSpending Account (LPFSA).Company-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD)DRS provides STD protection at an amount of 70% of base weekly earnings up to a maximum of $2,500 per week andmay be paid for up to 26 weeks if considered disabled.Company-Paid and Supplemental Long-Term Disability (LTD)Employees may be eligible to receive 60% of their base monthly earnings up to a maximum of $7,500 per month.Supplemental LTD will add 10% to the 60% Company-paid monthly benefit for a 70% benefit and a monthly maximumof $10,000.Company-Paid Employee Assistance ProgramBenefits include telephonic counseling, face-to-face sessions with an EAP clinician, legal and financial consultationsand access to health and wellness resources.DRS Retirement/Savings Plans - 401(k) and Roth 401(k)The Company recognizes the importance of saving for retirement and offers eligible employees the opportunity toparticipate in a 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Savings Plan. Currently administered by Fidelity, information regarding eligibility,vesting, company match, etc. will be outlined in accordance with the Summary Plan Descriptions

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.

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.

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