Accounting Manager

Aston Carter • Saint Louis, MO • 7h ago

Accounting Manager

St. Louis, MO

Job Description

We are seeking an Accounting Manager lead financial operations across both corporate and project-level accounting. This role will be instrumental in supporting strategic growth initiatives, managing audits, and ensuring financial compliance. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of hands-on accounting experience, leadership skills, and construction industry knowledge.

Responsibilities

Lead financial operations across both corporate and project-level accounting.

Support strategic growth initiatives and manage audits to ensure financial compliance.

Prepare documentation and lead audit readiness twice annually.

Directly manage accounting personnel with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Oversee project-side budgeting and forecasting (30-40% focus) and corporate-side month-end reporting (60-70% focus).

Ensure quarterly reporting tied to loan agreements and manage multi-state tax preparation.

Utilize ERP systems and Excel for data entry and financial analysis.

Essential Skills

Expertise in construction accounting and financial planning and analysis (FP&A).

Strong leadership development and internal control experience.

Proficiency in audit preparation and compliance.

Experience with Viewpoint software.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

4-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2-3 years in a controller role within construction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a small, collaborative team with a hands-on leadership style. The company fosters a family-oriented culture with a focus on integrity and craftsmanship, offering exposure to high-profile clients and projects. The role involves both office and project collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.07 - $57.69/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 Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 6, 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.

Go to Apply

Strategy & Finance Specialist

Aston Carter • Saint Louis, MO • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Job Title: Strategy & Finance Specialist Job Description We are seeking a dynamic Strategy & Finance Specialist to drive operational excellence and strategic planning within our team. This role involves managing...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Outsourced Controller - Real Estate Industry Clients

Wipfli LLP • Clayton, MO • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Overview At Wipfli, people count At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do-the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results. We believe in flexibility. We focus on relations...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Technology Industry Clients

Wipfli LLP • Clayton, MO • 1d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

1d ago

Go to Apply

Banking Customer Service Representative (On-Site)

Concentrix • Arnold, MO • 2d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Job Title: Banking Customer Service Representative (On-Site) Job Description The Banking Customer Service Representative interfaces with customers via inbound/outbound calls and/or via the web. This position provides cus...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half • Belleville, IL • 2d ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Belleville, Illinois. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a manufacturing environment by ensu...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.