Job Information
Aston Carter Senior Accountant in Gulf Breeze, Florida
Job Title: Senior AccountantOverview
The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing key accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting compliance activities. This role partners closely with finance leadership and cross functional teams to maintain strong controls, improve processes, and support business decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger in accordance with GAAP
Oversee Sales and Use Tax compliance, including calculation, filing, reconciliation, and audit support across applicable jurisdictions
Assist with the preparation of financial statements and internal management reporting
Support external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to audit inquiries
Analyze complex transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls
Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Operations to resolve accounting and tax related issues
Assist with special projects, system implementations, and ad hoc analysis as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
4 to 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Hands on experience with Sales and Use Tax compliance and filings
Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting
Experience in month end close and financial reporting
Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel
Preferred Skills
Experience supporting multi state or multi entity environments
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate cross functionally
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gulf Breeze, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $31.25/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 Gulf Breeze,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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.