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We are seeking a Senior Accountant for a high-visibility role focused on stock compensation accounting, equity reporting, and earnings per share (EPS) calculations. This position will own and support the accounting for stock-based compensation programs, including RSUs, stock options, and performance awards, while also participating in month-end close activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, variance analysis, and equity-related disclosures. The role works closely with HR, Payroll, Legal, Tax, and Finance partners to ensure accurate accounting and reporting of equity compensation programs and offers the opportunity to drive process improvements and support key business initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of strong general ledger accounting experience, and hands-on experience with stock compensation accounting. Candidates with public accounting backgrounds and experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or JD Edwards are highly preferred. In addition to a competitive compensation package, the company offers a 10% annual bonus, company stock, a 4% 401(k) match, four weeks of PTO, paid holidays, free lunches, and an outstanding benefits package.

Description

The Senior Accountant is an individual contributor role within the Corporate Accounting organization and serves as a key member of the team with significant responsibility for stock-based compensation accounting, equity reporting, and earnings per share (EPS) calculations. This high-visibility position plays a critical role in the monthly close process, financial reporting, and compliance activities, ensuring the accurate accounting and reporting of employee equity programs in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

The role is responsible for managing stock compensation accounting processes, supporting EPS and average share calculations, participating in the accounting close process, identifying opportunities for process improvements, and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders including HR, Legal, Finance, Payroll, and Executive Compensation. This position collaborates with peers and leadership across the accounting organization and supports various strategic business initiatives.

Job Description:

• Own and support the accounting for stock-based compensation arrangements, including RSUs, stock options, performance-based awards, and other equity compensation programs.
• Prepare and review monthly stock compensation journal entries, reconciliations, roll-forwards, and supporting schedules.
• Perform and maintain weighted average share calculations and support quarterly and annual earnings per share (EPS) reporting and disclosures.
• Participate in the monthly financial close process, including preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Understand business drivers and their impact on stock compensation expense, dilution, and financial results to ensure accurate financial statement reporting.
• Prepare reporting schedules and analyses that support SEC reporting requirements and financial statement disclosures related to equity compensation.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Legal, Tax, FP&A, and external service providers to ensure accurate accounting and administration of equity programs.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Maintain knowledge of current accounting guidance and SEC reporting requirements related to stock compensation and EPS.
• Support the SOX control program, including controls related to equity compensation and financial reporting.
• Support quarterly and annual financial audits performed by internal and external auditors.
• Effectively partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and special projects.
• Responsible for other projects and accounting initiatives as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
• Large company experience required ($1B+ in revenue)
• 5+ years of strong G/L accounting experience required
• Public accounting experience highly preferred
• Large system experience highly preferred (SAP, Oracle, Workday, JD Edwards, etc)

This is a Permanent position based out of Leawood, KS.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Full benefits package provided by T-Mobile.

This is a hybrid position in Leawood,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.

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® Platinum Award 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.

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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.