Grants Accounting Coordinator | Hybrid in Washington, DC | 3-month contract | $25 - $28/hr

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Coordinator to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data entry, accounting, and administrative tasks, with proficiency in Sage Intacct and Excel. This role offers the opportunity for contract-to-permanent placement with growth potential within the accounting department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, compile, enter, and sort documents for data entry in Sage Intacct

• Check source documents for accuracy

• Verify and correct data where necessary

• Obtain further information for incomplete documents

• Update data and files

• Combine and rearrange data from source documents when required

Essential Skills

• Proven data entry work experience as a Data Entry Operator or Office Clerk

• Experience with Sage Intacct budget entry

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (advanced functions and pivot tables)

• Attention to detail working with large spreadsheets without supervision

• Ability to multi-task

• Familiarity with administrative duties

• Typing speed and accuracy

• Excellent knowledge of spelling, grammar, and punctuation

• Organizational skills with the ability to stay focused on assigned tasks

• Confidentiality

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma

• Additional certification or degree in Accounting/Finance

• Experience in grant management is preferable

Work Environment

This role reports to the Director of Grants and Contracts and the Controller. You will be part of a collaborative finance team. The position requires one day onsite at the office, typically on Wednesday or Thursday. Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/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 hybrid position in Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2025.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.