Accountant

Aston Carter • Grand Island, NE • 23h ago

Job Title: Accountant (Cost)Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cost Accountant to join our expanding accounting team. As part of our family-owned business, you will play a crucial role in supporting our financial operations, especially with the recent acquisition of a new facility in Burlington, IA. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a close-knit team while contributing to the financial success of multiple locations.

Responsibilities

Perform cost accounting duties including month-end close and product costing.

Prepare and manage journal entries and account reconciliations.

Utilize Excel for pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, with opportunities for training if necessary.

Support the accounting needs of various plant locations, including ND, KS, IA, and NE.

Work autonomously as a self-starter, demonstrating dependability and effective communication skills.

Meet goals and deadlines consistently while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Essential Skills

Accounting degree, either an associate's or bachelor's.

Proficiency in accounting basics with a focus on cost accounting.

Experience with Excel and ERP systems such as Sage.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Longevity in previous roles is highly valued.

Open to candidates with varying years of experience and those willing to learn.

Experience with Excel pivot tables and VLOOKUPs is a plus.

Work Environment

Our headquarters is located in Grand Island, with the role being 100% onsite. Standard working hours are 8-5, with flexibility for family commitments such as school drop-offs. In cases of bad weather, remote work is permitted. Our office is unique with dogs being a regular presence, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We value internal promotions and offer growth opportunities as our company continues to expand. Benefits include vacation time, sick leave, and a 401k with profit sharing. Our company culture emphasizes rewarding exceptional performance with tangible benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Island, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $37.00/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 Grand Island,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 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.

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