Sr. Accounting Rep

Job Title: Accounting Representative

Job Description

The Accounting Representative processes timecards and payroll for multiple companies, including more complex payrolls, while ensuring accuracy, compliance with internal controls, and timely support for employees. This role combines hands-on payroll processing, accounting support, and audit assistance within a structured, onsite work environment.

Responsibilities

• Process timecards and payroll for multiple companies, including more complex payrolls, in an accurate and timely manner.
• Review and address timecard and payroll discrepancies by investigating issues, identifying root causes, and implementing appropriate corrections.
• Review and reconcile payroll to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with accounting records.
• Prepare and record payroll journal entries in accordance with established accounting procedures.
• Assist employees with timecard or payroll questions or issues by providing clear, courteous, and timely support.
• Assist with audit requests as needed by gathering documentation, explaining payroll processes, and supporting internal and external audit activities.
• Adhere to company internal controls, policies, and procedures related to payroll and accounting.
• Follow detailed instructions and company policies while managing multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
  
  

Essential Skills

• High school diploma required.
• Basic knowledge of payroll and accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience preferred.
• Effective analytical skills to review and reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to interact with employees and internal stakeholders.
• Effective computer skills, including proficiency with spreadsheet and office application software.
• Exposure to automated accounting and/or ERP systems, such as Oracle.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to company policies.
• Strong multi-task orientation with the ability to handle multiple payrolls and tasks simultaneously.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (AA) preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems, such as Oracle, in a payroll or accounting environment.
• Experience supporting audit requests and working within established internal control frameworks.
  
  

Work Environment

This is an onsite position within a structured office environment. The role requires regular use of computers, spreadsheet software, office applications, and automated accounting or ERP systems such as Oracle. The position supports multiple companies and more complex payrolls, which may involve working within defined deadlines and established internal control procedures. The work setting emphasizes accuracy, policy adherence, and collaborative interaction with employees and internal teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cockeysville, MD.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.57 - $37.88/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 Cockeysville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 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 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.