Accounting Team Lead

Aston Carter • Baltimore, MD • 2h ago

Job Title: Accounting Team Lead

Job Description

As an Accounting Team Lead, you will oversee the administration and management of the company's global equity and option plans. Your role will involve coordinating with various departments and ensuring all equity-related transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct colleagues responsible for equity functions.

Oversee the day-to-day administration of the company's equity accounting and option plans globally, including booking, processing, reviewing subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and all unitholder-related transactions.

Coordinate with departments such as Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, and Legal.

Accurately collect and enter data into our equity administration software in a timely manner.

Coordinate the approval of new equity and option grants, ensuring proper approvals and controls are in place.

Reconcile master equity records to the firm's investment portfolio accounting system.

Assist with year-end financial statement audits and other regulatory examination requests.

Liaise with in-house tax and payroll teams to communicate compensation impact to colleagues both in and outside of the United States.

Develop and provide firm-wide education and training sessions on equity compensation.

Maintain an inbox for any questions related to the firm's equity plans.

Execute and distribute all equity-related documents.

Respond to requests for information from shareholders and potential investors.

Create formal equity-related procedures, policies, and controls.

Provide exceptional customer service.

Participate in educational opportunities and maintain professional networks.

Update job knowledge by reading professional publications and participating in professional organizations.

Essential Skills

Team lead experience with at least one person.

Three to five years of accounting or financial industry-related experience.

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

Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities.

High level of initiative and sound judgment.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of equity compensation information.

Proficiency in managing workflow through multiple systems and applications.

Excellent computer skills, particularly in Excel and data manipulation.

Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources.

Excellent client service orientation and flexibility.

Ability to prioritize multiple work streams and perform effectively under pressure.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with accounting, reconciliation, month-end processes, journal entry, and equity compensation.

Work Environment

This position requires working on-site five days a week in an office with many perks, including free lunches and snacks. The office is located in a scenic area right on the water, with convenient parking options available. Additional compensation is provided to cover parking expenses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.26 - $45.67/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 Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 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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