Entry Level Accountant (HYBRID)

Job Title: Bank Accounting Specialist

Job Description

The Bank Accounting Specialist reviews, reconciles, and analyzes high volumes of store transaction data to ensure accurate alignment with bank files and the general ledger. This role focuses on daily and monthly bank reconciliations, timely resolution of discrepancies, and proactive management of uncollected deposits to minimize financial risk. The specialist collaborates closely with banks, armored car couriers, store management, Treasury, Accounting, and Operations to maintain accurate financial records and support the integrity of store-level financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile large volumes of daily transaction data from stores to corresponding bank files to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Research exceptions, transaction variances, and unreconciled store transactions, and process corrections as needed.
• Interact extensively with banks, armored car couriers, and store management to resolve discrepancies and clarify transaction issues.
• Monitor the aging of uncollected deposits on a daily basis to assess risk and identify issues that could result in significant loss exposure.
• Process adjustments to store deposit balances within established service level agreements (SLAs).
• Work closely with the Treasury team to address concerns related to bank data, service levels, and operational issues.
• Escalate identified concerns on store deposit exceptions to Accounting and Operations management in a timely manner.
• Prepare daily and monthly journal entries to accurately record transactions in the accounting system.
• Respond to case inquiries and disputes from stores regarding transaction discrepancies and provide clear explanations.
• Reconcile month-end bank balances to the general ledger for assigned bank accounts, ensuring all differences are identified and resolved.
• Analyze reconciliation results and journal entries to confirm that outcomes are reasonable, appropriate, and aligned with accounting policies.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of data flow from store systems to accounting systems to support accurate reconciliations.
• Monitor ownership changes of stores and adjust reconciliations and related adjustments accordingly.
• Provide timely, thorough responses to cases from stores and follow up with functional groups such as field consultants, franchisees, help desk, or vendors until complete resolution.
• Assist the team leader, team members, and management with special projects and initiatives as needed.

Essential Skills

• 3 to 4 years of accounting experience with a strong focus on high-volume reconciliation duties.
• Proficiency in reconciliation of bank accounts, store transactions, and general ledger balances.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, policies, and procedures.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills for analyzing large data sets, performing reconciliations, and preparing supporting schedules.
• Ability to read and understand accounting policies, procedures, and systems documentation.
• Ability to use software and systems reference manuals to navigate and troubleshoot accounting and reconciliation systems.
• Strong written communication skills to prepare clear written recaps and documentation of corrections and their impact on store financial statements.
• Strong verbal communication skills to provide explanations to stores and internal stakeholders regarding discrepancies and adjustments.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing, reconciling, and recording financial data.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree or bachelors/4-year degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Experience working with large volumes of transactional data in a multi-location retail or similar environment.
• Experience interacting with external banking partners and service providers such as armored car couriers.
• Familiarity with store-level financial statements and the impact of deposit and transaction corrections.
• Ability to analyze trends and anomalies in reconciliation results and recommend process improvements.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow established service level agreements (SLAs).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Treasury, Accounting, Operations, and store personnel.
• Interest in long-term growth opportunities in accounting and financial operations.

Work Environment

This role supports a large, high-volume convenience retail network with thousands of stores and a significant global presence. The environment involves working with modern accounting systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel and other financial software, to process and reconcile large volumes of transactional data. The position is office-based and focuses on structured, deadline-driven work tied to daily and monthly closing cycles. The organization emphasizes accuracy, risk awareness, and collaboration across departments such as Treasury, Accounting, Operations, and store management. Employees benefit from exposure to industry-specific experience in a leading convenience retail business, as well as on-site conveniences such as access to a store located at or near the workplace. The culture supports professional growth in accounting, encourages teamwork, and values thorough, timely resolution of issues.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irving, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Irving,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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 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.

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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.