Senior Accountant

Aston Carter • Wilmington, DE • 3h ago

Job Title: Accounting Services Consultant

Job Description

This position plays a crucial role in supporting the monthly accounting close process while collaborating with various FP&A teams. The role involves managing day-to-day accounting operations, conducting monthly account reconciliations and journal entries, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and execution of the monthly accounting close process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

Support month-end close and post-close activities, including preparation of various journal entries across multiple Finance functions.

Prepare monthly account reconciliations across multiple Finance functions.

Ensure operational and process compliance with applicable accounting policies, US GAAP, and related internal controls.

Provide accounting support by working closely with key functional finance personnel.

Participate in special projects as needed.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in journal entries, month-end close, and balance sheet analysis.

Experience in process improvement and analyzing accruals across multiple functions.

Strong understanding of US GAAP and related internal controls.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including creating pivot tables, vlookups, advanced formulas, and data manipulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

5+ years of experience with US GAAP functions within a large organization.

5+ years of experience with journal entries and reconciling liabilities, prepaids & accruals for month-end close.

3+ years of experience with forecasting and collaborating with FP&A.

2+ years of experience with SAP since 2020 or more recent.

Experience in the life sciences or pharma industry is a plus.

Work Environment

This role requires being onsite in Wilmington, DE, three days per week, with potential for more frequent onsite presence during the initial weeks. The position is part of a team reporting to the Manager of Accounting Services. The work environment is inclusive and provides opportunities for professional growth within a prominent pharmaceutical company. The role offers a 12-month engagement with potential for extension, and includes paid holidays and PTO accrual benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 hybrid position in Wilmington,DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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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