Entry Level Accountant Job at Aston Carter, Deer Park, NY

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  • Aston Carter
  • Deer Park, NY

Job Description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and eager-to-learn Staff Accountant to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting for small private businesses, primarily in the services industry such as hairdressers, attorneys, and small construction companies. While the primary focus will be on day-to-day accounting tasks, this position is perfect for someone looking to grow and develop their skills in a supportive environment.

This is a seasonal position great for candidates looking to gain exposure in Accounting !

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily accounting operations for small business clients.

  • Perform reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet management.

  • Utilize QuickBooks for financial record-keeping and reporting.

  • Collaborate with clients to understand their financial needs and provide solutions.

  • Support the preparation of financial statements and reports.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.

  • Experience with QuickBooks.

  • Basic understanding of bookkeeping.

  • Previous exposure through internship or accounting experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with QuickBooks Live.

  • Experience in an accounting firm or CPA firm.

  • Knowledge of certified payroll and tax.

Work Environment

This role requires working in the office from Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. The work environment is collaborative and supportive, offering an excellent opportunity to learn and establish a career in accounting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Deer Park, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Deer Park,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 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® double diamond 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.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Internship, Seasonal work, Work at office, Monday to Friday

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