Accountant 1

Job Title: Accountant 1Job Description We are seeking a skilled Accountant 1 to join our team. This role involves managing and auditing IT prepaids, preparing journal entries, supporting month-end close activities, and identifying process improvement opportunities. The position is a one-year contract with daily hours from 9 AM to 4 PM PST. Responsibilities • Manage and audit IT prepaids. • Update and maintain standard operating procedure documentation. • Prepare journal entries and reconciliations. • Support month-end close activities. • Identify process improvement opportunities. • Partner cross-functionally with IT, Finance, and P2P teams. • Identify and set up IT prepaids with criteria for setting up prepaid invoices including costs and service period thresholds. • Review and approve prepaid invoices, ensuring correct ledger and amortization schedules. • Maintain accuracy of IT financial data through journal entries and monthly reconciliations. • Assist with Fixed Asset items and other IT project accounting tasks. • Develop collaborative relationships with IT P2P and IT finance teams to solve problems efficiently. • Research, analyze, develop, and implement new strategies and processes. Essential Skills • 2-5 years of full cycle accounting experience. • Experience with accounts payable, especially IT pre-paid invoices. • Proficiency in reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities. • Strong PC skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Experience with Workday system preferred. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. • Previous experience with prepaids or prepaid accounting guidance preferred. • Strong attention to detail and analytical/problem-solving skills. • Proven interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. • Ability to handle multiple projects and competing priorities. • Experience in developing influential and collaborative relationships across teams. • Strong critical thinking and analytical skills. • Strong Excel skills. Work Environment The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, involving close interaction with IT, Finance, and P2P teams. Standard work hours are from 9 AM to 4 PM PST, ensuring a balanced work-life schedule. The role may involve project management tasks and requires strong communication and problem-solving skills. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 10, 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options. Apply tot his job