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Lead Accountant / Accounting Manager (Remote)
đź“Ť 100% Remote
đź’Ľ Accounting | Finance | Public Company Environment
About The Role
We’re seeking a Lead Accountant / Accounting Manager to own complex accounting areas and drive end-to-end close processes in a fast-paced, large public company environment.
This is a highly visible role where you’ll combine strong technical accounting expertise with automation, systems, and AI-driven process improvements to scale and optimize operations.
What You’ll Be Doing
This is a Contract position based out of Draper, UT.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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:
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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.
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.
đź“Ť 100% Remote
đź’Ľ Accounting | Finance | Public Company Environment
About The Role
We’re seeking a Lead Accountant / Accounting Manager to own complex accounting areas and drive end-to-end close processes in a fast-paced, large public company environment.
This is a highly visible role where you’ll combine strong technical accounting expertise with automation, systems, and AI-driven process improvements to scale and optimize operations.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Own key accounting areas across month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Lead fixed asset accounting (capitalization, depreciation, disposals, impairments)
- Oversee payroll accounting including accrals, entries, and reconciliations
- Perform flux, variance, and trend analysis and present insights to leadership
- Manage cash and bank reconciliations in partnership with Treasury
- Ensure SOX compliance and maintain strong internal controls
- Drive automation and process improvements, leveraging AI-enabled tools
- Review outputs from automated workflows and AI processes
- Support and optimize NetSuite (or similar ERP) functionality
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Payroll, FP&A, Treasury, and Audit
- Payroll Accounting
- General Ledger (GL) Accounting
- Fixed Asset Accounting
- Experience in a large, publicly traded company
- NetSuite preferred (SAP/Oracle also considered)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience (public industry preferred)
- CPA strongly preferred
- Experience operating at a Lead Accountant or Accounting Manager level
- Deep expertise in US GAAP, GL, and SOX compliance
- Proven ability to own complex accounting areas (payroll, fixed assets, cash, close)
- Strong background in automation, system implementations, and process improvement
- Experience leveraging AI tools or advanced reporting solutions
- Ability to review and validate automated/AI-generated outputs
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets
- Excellent communication skills in a remote, cross-functional environment
- High-impact role with ownership and autonomy
- Exposure to modern accounting systems AI-driven processes
- Opportunity to drive innovation and scalability
- Collaborative, forward-thinking finance organization
This is a Contract position based out of Draper, UT.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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)
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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.
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.
Salary : $40 - $50