Job Title: Staff AccountantJob Description The Staff Accountant is responsible for various functions within the Plant Accounting Department, including supporting month-end processes, effective reporting of financial results, performing and reporting various analyses, and assisting with tax requirements as necessary. This role may support multiple plants as needed and work closely with department members to ensure the timely completion of tasks. Additionally, the Staff Accountant may participate in project groups for integration purposes. Responsibilities + Support the month-end financial close process through preparation and posting of journal entries in alignment with accounting policies. + Create daily/weekly/monthly reports around Overtime, Inventory, and Sales variances with a focus on drivers of change. + Actively participate in cross-functional teams, spending time on the manufacturing floor to understand and improve processes/costs. + Perform various ad hoc analyses and reporting as necessary. + Support members of the Plant finance team with Capital expense and Cost accounting functions as needed. + Assist with the review and analysis of financial trends and variances. + Reconcile actual expenses compared to production reporting and recommend improvements to production file costing. + Participate in various integration projects with a focus on efficiency, productivity, and internal controls. + Complete internal and external audit requirements. + Support the Plant Controller in month-end reporting and variance analysis as required. + Participate in the physical inventory process. + Serve as a cross-trained expert on product costing set-up and maintenance. Essential Skills + Proficiency in Accounting, General Ledger, Reconciliation, Month-end processes, and Journal Entries. + Experience with Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Expense Analysis, and Audit processes. + Knowledge of Oracle, Inventory, Reporting, Bill of Material, Variance Analysis, Financial Statements, and Fixed Assets. + Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. + Proficiency in creating Pivot Tables. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Hands-on approach to problem-solving and analysis. + Excellent analytical skills. + Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team-oriented environment. + Timeliness in meeting deadlines and due dates. + Excellent customer service orientation, providing friendly, professional, and timely interaction among business partners, co-workers, and external vendors. Work Environment The position is based in an office, requiring attendance 5 days a week during the first shift. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $36.05/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 Nashville,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025. 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.