Job Title: AccountantJob DescriptionWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our team. This role involves performing inventory accounting for specific manufacturing sites and managing the work of an outsourced provider. The ideal candidate will support master data activities, prepare and review sophisticated journal entries, and engage in general ledger account analysis and reconciliation. Additionally, you will assist in process mapping, SOP creation, and training, while preparing and reviewing audit schedules. Responsibilities - Perform inventory accounting for certain manufacturing sites. - Manage and review the work of an outsourced provider. - Support master data and related activities. - Perform and review sophisticated journal entries, general ledger account analysis, and reconciliation using SAP and consolidation tools. - Support process mapping, SOP creation, and training. - Prepare and review audit schedules and respond to internal and external auditor inquiries. - Prepare and review financial schedules, including footnote month-end flash reports, accounting memos, and other ad hoc schedules. - Lead and review accounting control functions and reporting requirements, such as inventory reserves, manufacturing standard costing, and excess capacity analysis. - Participate in special projects to improve accounting processes, including digital projects and integration support. - Consolidate, analyze, and report global inventory balances by product/site and perform detailed monthly variance analysis. - Perform system testing and provide support for the ERP upgrade to S4 HANA. Essential Skills - Experience with SAP S4 Hana. - Cost accounting experience with a large public company. - Public company experience. - Experience managing outsourced partner relationships. - Experience in financial system optimization, improvement, and implementation. - Knowledgeable in US GAAP and foreign currency transaction accounting. - Experience in intercompany cash investments and other functional accounting. Additional Skills & Qualifications - Self-motivated and able to take initiative. - Willing to help regardless of level and hands-on approach. - Proficient in digital project management and integration support. Work EnvironmentThis position offers a remote work environment, operating during Eastern Standard Time (EST) hours. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $52.00/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 TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 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.

Company Description A growth-oriented accounting and CPA firm who is redefining the accounting industry by creating a national presence through thoughtful acquisitions and partnerships by offering independent CPA firms a succession solution that respects their unique culture and client ties is seeking a Remote Chief CPA to lead the administrative and operational management of their growing family of practices. The firm provides CPA firm owners to preserve the acquired firm’s identity, team, and client relationships while adding resources to improve operations and fuel growth. It offers a structure that allows for two possible outcomes for firm owners - A smooth exit for owners who are ready to retire - The opportunity to stay on and retain equity for those who want to scale their firm with support. This is accomplished by adding new resources and expertise, including operational support and modern technology, while sharing resources across the network. Job Description This is a career-defining opportunity for a visionary Director level or rising Partner track leader from a Top 100, mid-market, or regional firm (e.g., RSM, BDO, CLA). You will start at the foundational stage to build a new firm from the ground up, not simply inherit a practice. Your leadership will directly shape the firm’s future, defining how successor CPAs operate, how they measure quality, and how AI and automation are integrated into modern professional workflows. The Remote Chief CPA will act as a strategic and technical leader, responsible for the performance and integration of all acquired practices. This position ensures consistent quality and operational discipline as independent firms are transitioned into a unified organization. This blended role is defined by three core pillars: - Technical Authority: Establish and enforce the highest professional standards for all tax and accounting services. - Performance Oversight: Strategically manage firm-level results, enhance efficiency, and build a strong framework of accountability. - Integration Management: Guide teams through the complexities of M&A, drive cultural alignment, and oversee the implementation of new systems and automation. Key Responsibilities: - Professional & Technical Excellence: Responsible for ensuring firmwide professional and technical excellence by defining, codifying, and enforcing all quality standards. This role involves overseeing critical quality control processes, including peer reviews, complex tax consultations, and continuous technical development. The individual will maintain a high level of professional credibility across all CPAs, effectively serving as the authoritative internal "Partner-of-record" for the group. - Integration & Change Management: Drive successful M&A outcomes by leading strategic integration and change management efforts. This includes orchestrating the cultural and operational harmonization of acquired businesses and establishing scalable playbooks for onboarding and leadership transition. Proactively partner with diligence teams to assess leadership fit and cultural alignment, facilitating smooth transitions from entrepreneurial structures to professionally managed organizations with enhanced accountability. - Performance and Operations: Directly manage and optimize practice performance by owning the comprehensive scorecard that tracks utilization rates, profit margins, client satisfaction scores, and retention metrics. This role involves actively coaching and mentoring successor Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), clearly defining performance expectations, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), and fostering an environment of continuous improvement. Furthermore, you will collaborate closely with the shared services and automation teams to transform potential operational efficiencies into quantifiable and measurable results. - People and Culture: Lead the creation of a cohesive, strong community of CPAs that transcends individual firms, fostering a shared professional identity. Instill an ownership mindset by recognizing high performance, celebrating excellence, and empowering future leaders. Manage culture and value alignment during periods of rapid growth through targeted internal communication and learning initiatives. - Strategic Partnership: Provide executive counsel to the CEO and CPTO on professional standards, client-service models, and the strategic deployment of automation. Act as firms’ representative to key external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, banks, and investors. Critically, serve as the strategic bridge connecting traditional CPA practice management with AI-driven transformation initiatives. Qualifications - Experience: 10–15 years in public accounting, ideally in a regional or large independent firm (Top 100). Deep tax and accounting expertise; exposure to multi-office operations or integration environments - Level: Currently Senior Manager, Director, or non-equity Partner with clear Partner-track credentials — ready to step into a firm-wide leadership role - Change Management: Proven experience driving transformation — integrating acquired teams, modernizing workflows, or leading cultural change initiatives - Leadership Style: Respected by peers for technical mastery and fairness. Balances high standards with empathy and clarity. Acts as a coach, not a bureaucrat. - Technology Fluency: Familiar with cloud accounting stacks (QuickBooks, Drake, CCH Axcess, UltraTax, etc.) and open to working with AI-powered automation. - Mindset: Entrepreneurial, disciplined, and future-oriented. Enjoys ambiguity, scaling, and system-building. - Credentials: CPA license (active) in good standing (Required) Additional Information Annual salary plus generous equity compensation. If you feel you have the necessary qualifications, please forward a current copy of your resume and state your salary requirement. - Compensation: USD 225000 - USD 250000 - yearly

• Download bank statements and allocate debtor payments to the relevant team members. • Download and allocate collections from the previous day. • Handle ad-hoc invoicing and billing tasks as requested by clients and the internal team. • Conduct follow-ups on outstanding debtors. • Perform bi-weekly budget vs. spend reviews with the CGO, updating tracking sheets ahead of each meeting. • Download and process CTM invoicing, coordinating reviews with senior stakeholders. • Download Google and Microsoft invoices, submit and process payments via Xero. • Download Netcash reports and allocate payments accordingly. • Prepare and finalise billing runs, including manual adjustments, journals, revenue reconciliation, and debtor sheet checks. • Manage WalletDoc and Netcash collection scheduling, including client-specific instructions and exceptions. • Send quotes to PO-based clients, follow up with Account Managers on new month budget changes, and process strategic partner invoices. • Flag billing completion to internal stakeholders for the finalisation of management accounts.

• Manage full-cycle accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, expense reimbursements, and bank reconciliations. • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with accounting standards. • Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger. • Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts every month. • Monitor cash flow and support cash management activities. • Set up projects and prepare accurate customer invoices based on signed contracts and project milestones. • Track collections and follow up professionally with customers regarding outstanding invoices. • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. • Support tax filings, government remittances, and regulatory reporting requirements.