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Assistant Controller

Aston Carter
Ashburn, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026
Job Description

This senior-level accounting position is designed for a high-performing senior Accountant ready to expand their scope and develop into a future managerial role. The Junior Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations while taking increasing ownership of close processes, payroll, commissions, reconciliations, and reporting. This role is hands-on and visible, providing a clear growth path towards managerial-level responsibility.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Support monthly and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and flux analysis
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, cash, and balance sheet schedules
  • Assist with preparation of internal financial statements and management reports
  • Support payroll and commission processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely recording
  • Help enforce accounting policies, documentation standards, and internal controls
  • Assist with audit requests, regulatory reporting, and tax support as needed
  • Identify process inefficiencies and assist with improvements and automation
  • Serve as backup for core accounting functions during peak periods

Essential Skills

  • Bachelors Degree (Accounting or Finance preferred)
  • 5 Years experience
  • Managerial Experience (Team of 3)
  • Manufacturing Industry (Cost Accounting)

Work Environment

The position operates in a typical office setting with working hours from Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM. The environment is fast-paced and high-volume, requiring a professional who can work independently while maintaining attention to detail.

Kaitland Clawson

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Link: https://talentassistant.astoncarter.com/assistant/bookings/ksjok6gb

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitland-clawson-552605154/

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashburn, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.89 - $67.31/hr.

Requirements

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 Ashburn,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 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 for other accommodation options.

Salary : $53 - $67

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