Part-Time Accountant

Our client is a rapidly growing company seeking a Staff/Senior Accountant to provide month-end accounting support and help alleviate workload demands on the existing team through approximately April. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking for a unique schedule with significant flexibility throughout the month.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of general ledger accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience with Deltek is highly preferred but not required. Responsibilities will include supporting month-end close activities, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, journal entries, and other accounting functions as needed.

This position offers a unique work schedule, requiring 40 hours per week during the first two weeks of each month to support month-end and close activities, with the remaining weeks of the month off until the next accounting cycle begins. There is also flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement. Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Compensation: $35-$50/hour, depending on experience.

Job Description

This Accountant role focuses on delivering accurate and timely journal entries, month-end close activities, and assigned financial reports while performing extensive account analysis and supporting process improvements. The position serves as a key resource for team members, providing training and guidance on month-end processes and resolving intermediate issues related to financial reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities, including preparation and entry of journal entries and accruals.
• Prepare assigned financial reports accurately and within established deadlines.
• Reconcile accounts and assist others with identifying and researching reconciling items.
• Identify risks and opportunities in account balances and assess the reasonableness of balances.
• Recommend and help implement alternative solutions to prevent recurring accounting issues.
• Prepare audit deliverables to support external audit efforts for financial statements.
• Manage corporate office fixed assets, including adding new assets, identifying asset locations, disposing of assets, and transferring assets.
• Perform regular and recurring accounting functions that require professional competence and sound judgment.
• Assist with interim and year-end audit requests and schedules.
• Support the annual operating budgeting process, including analysis and review of the annual operating budget.
• Monitor and balance accounting systems to ensure completeness and accuracy of data, and research and resolve differences.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to related change management activities within the accounting function.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable procedures.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of accounting experience, including month-end close responsibilities.
• Strong experience with account reconciliation and general ledger accounting.
• Hands-on experience with month-end processes, including accruals and journal entries.
• Proficiency in accounts receivable and bank reconciliations.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Deltek systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process issues and propose effective solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a small team.
• Comfort working in a rapidly growing organization undergoing continuous improvement.

This is a Contract position based out of Leawood, KS.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/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)

This is a Contract position based out of Leawood, KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

This is a hybrid position in Leawood,KS.

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.

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.