Aston Carter

This contract Junior Accountant role is based onsite in Edwardsville, Illinois, supporting the financial management of projects within a growing business. The position involves assisting with job costing, billing, budgeting, and month-end close activities while collaborating closely with Project Managers and the accounting team. Key responsibilities include setting up project budgets in the accounting system, tracking job costs to ensure accurate coding, preparing invoices, and supporting accounts payable and receivable functions. The role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain experience in a dynamic, project-based environment with expanding service lines. The position features a standard Monday through Friday schedule in a professional office setting that fosters collaboration and ongoing learning.

This full-time Junior Accountant role supports the financial operations of a small, fast-growing construction company specializing in athletic fields and sports facilities. The position is based onsite in Smyrna, Tennessee, and offers direct training from the controller with a clear path to senior accounting responsibilities. Key duties include managing the general ledger, performing job cost tracking and analysis using Deltek software, and assisting with month-end close processes, financial reporting, and payroll compliance. The role appeals to candidates seeking hands-on experience in project-based accounting within a collaborative, team-oriented culture. It provides exposure to full-cycle accounting practices, including budgeting, variance analysis, and audit support, while fostering professional growth in a dynamic, project-driven environment.

This contract-to-hire role serves as a DCAA Compliance Cost Accountant within a small, growing defense contracting organization based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The position focuses on maintaining continuous audit readiness by embedding FAR-compliant practices into daily accounting activities and managing government contract costs. Key responsibilities include applying FAR Part 31.205 principles to distinguish allowable costs, structuring labor and indirect cost rates, and utilizing Deltek Replicon for payroll and financial analysis. The role appeals to candidates seeking high visibility and impact in a collaborative environment where they can shape long-term compliance processes from the ground up. The position requires an onsite schedule and the ability to obtain a government security clearance.