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Aston Carter Accountant in West Des Moines, Iowa
Accountant
West Des Moines, IA
Description:
Prepares monthly financial statements.
• Prepares and posts journal entries.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts.
o Maintains fixed assets and depreciation/amortization schedules in FAS.
o Reconciles to subsidiary ledgers for accounts payable, accounts receivable, job cost, and fixed assets.
o Reconciles to statements for bank accounts, debt, escrow, and accrued interest.
o Agrees and reconciles intercompany accounts to various entities and coordinates cash movement with the chief accounting officer.
• Reviews income and expense accounts for proper classification.
• Prepares financial statements including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statements.
• Submits financial package for review and approval.
Skills & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, CPA preferred.
• Two years’ minimum accounting experience specific to financial reporting, month end process, reconciliation, more intermediate accounting functions
• Proficient with software systems including Microsoft Word and Excel required. Sage 300 (Timberline) and/or Sage FAS a plus.
Able to take project specifications and implement details to achieve desired results while knowing when to clarify details and direction with Manager.
Sound analytical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, and time management skills.
Strong attention to detail, organization, accuracy and timeliness.
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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.