Accounting Associate

Aston Carter • Independence, OH • 4h ago

Job Title: Accounting Associate

Job Description

This role involves 50% cash application and invoicing duties, while the remaining 50% focuses on general accounting tasks, including month-end support and journal entries.

Responsibilities

Verify all open bills have been invoiced and ensure invoices are properly sent from the system.

Act as the first point of contact for billing-related inquiries.

Maintain accurate records in billing systems and accounting software.

Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding balances, and coordinate with the controller on AR needs.

Send past-due reminders and prepare final letters as necessary.

Manage the full accounts receivable process and suggest improvements for efficiency and SOP enhancements.

Assist with month-end close activities to ensure deadlines are met and reconcile general ledger accounts for accurate transaction recording.

Provide timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations.

Manage the full end-to-end accounting for fixed assets.

Participate in special projects and problem-solving efforts requiring independent thinking.

Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal SOPs.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, billing collections, invoice processing, general ledger, and reconciliation.

1-2 years of experience in a role focused on AR/billing.

Strong foundational knowledge of accounting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with collections is a plus.

Industry experience is not required, but experience in manufacturing may be beneficial.

Experience with NetSuite is a nice-to-have.

Work Environment

This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring 2-3 days in the office. The role reports to the Senior Accountant.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Independence, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Independence,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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.

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.

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