Accountant (3-month consultant) | Pay: $33 - $36/hr | Onsite in Ashburn, VA
Job Description
The Staff Accountant plays a key role in supporting core accounting operations, including billing, accounts payable, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This position offers hands-on exposure to corporate accounting, reporting, and financial process improvement in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where accuracy, ownership, and follow-through are highly valued.
Responsibilities
Prepare customer billing and complete accurate monthly billing reconciliations.
Process accounts payable paperwork, deposits, and related accounting documentation in a timely manner.
Prepare schedules, sales reports, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external reporting needs.
Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Research accounting discrepancies, identify root causes, and resolve issues promptly.
Communicate effectively with internal teams, customers, and vendors to clarify billing, payment, and reconciliation questions.
Support process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy.
Contribute to accounting and finance projects that leverage technology, reporting tools, and AI-enabled solutions.
Maintain organized records and documentation to support audits and internal reviews.
Use Excel and other tools to analyze data, prepare reports, and support decision-making.
Essential Skills
Minimum of two years of accounting experience.
Working knowledge of GAAP and core accounting processes.
Hands-on experience with billing, accounts payable, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, or financial reporting.
Proficiency in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
Experience with reconciliation and audit support activities.
Strong Excel skills, including v-lookups and pivot tables.
High level of organization, attention to detail, and accuracy in work.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize multiple tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration with an accounting emphasis, or a related field.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and data analysis.
Experience with Sage Intacct, NetSuite, QuickBooks, or a similar ERP/accounting system.
Experience with journal entries, month-end close processes, and accruals.
Interest in using technology, automation, reporting tools, and AI-enabled solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and financial insight.
Desire to build skills and grow within a dynamic corporate accounting environment.
Work Environment
This is a 3-month contract position with the potential to transition to a permanent role based on performance. The role is fully onsite, working five days a week, typically from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility for personal appointments. You will work within a collaborative finance team that values accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement. The organization leverages technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to enhance accounting processes and financial insight, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful process improvements.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ashburn, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $38.46/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 Ashburn,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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® Platinum Award 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
