Jr. Accountant

Aston Carter • Palatine, IL • 7h ago

Job Title: Junior AccountantJob Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely invoicing and payments, and supporting various accounting functions. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on employee happiness and professional growth.

Responsibilities

Generate and send invoices to customers accurately and on schedule.

Monitor accounts receivable aging and communicate with customers to ensure timely payment.

Preauthorize customer credit cards and accurately enter payments and credits into the ERP system.

Assist the Controller with the credit approval process and related paperwork.

Process and verify weekly check deposits using Acumatica.

Assist with the RMA process and prepare necessary documentation.

Communicate with vendors, collect and review documents for payment, and resolve discrepancies.

Provide support with the intercompany process using Customer Island.

Coordinate with departments to complete compliance-related documents and corporate credit card expenses.

Maintain accurate financial data entry and address issues as they arise.

Assist with special accounting and finance projects and produce reports as requested.

Work with the Controller on updating the corporate general ledger and other financial processes.

Essential Skills

1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry.

Strong understanding of debits, credits, and their cash impact.

Detail-oriented and accurate with daily tasks such as invoicing, cash receipts, and payables.

Proficient in general ledger and month-end procedures.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Acumatica ERP, QuickBooks, Shopify, and Amazon store experience.

Prior experience in a small, collaborative company.

Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.

Comfortable with a mix of social interaction and independent desk work.

Willingness to assist outside of strict job responsibilities when needed.

Work Environment

The work environment is family-like, where employees are treated well and encouraged to pursue their passions. The team is collaborative, often going beyond job descriptions to support each other. Leadership values hard work, fun, and respects family life. The position is mostly on-site with the potential for a hybrid setup (4 days in, 1 day remote) after training and proven performance. Employees enjoy flexible start times (8-5 or 9-6) with a 1-hour lunch break.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palatine, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $28.84/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 fully onsite position in Palatine,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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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