Entry Level Accounts Payable Specialist

Aston Carter • Jersey City, NJ • 3h ago

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as an Accounts Payable Specialist, where you'll play a crucial role in processing between 50-70 invoices daily. In the initial two months, you will be responsible for reviewing invoices received through Kofax, ensuring all data is present, and submitting them into Microsoft 365. Additionally, you will assist with printing and mailing checks and comparing invoices to purchase orders. After the first three months, your role will expand to include full cycle processing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Process 50-70 invoices daily.

Review invoices for data accuracy and submit them into Microsoft 365.

Assist with printing and mailing checks.

Compare invoices to purchase orders.

Take on full cycle processing responsibilities after the first three months.

Essential Skills

Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Quick learner with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Adaptability and flexibility to pivot and take on new tasks at a moment's notice.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Open to entry-level candidates with a degree in accounting or finance.

Work Environment

Work hours are from 8 AM to 4 PM, five days a week. Initially, the role requires five days in the office. After training, the schedule shifts to three days in-office and two days working from home. The office environment is casual, with jeans and button-downs being appropriate attire. The work is based in a recycling plant located in a very industrial area, best accessed via personal transportation as public transport options are limited.

This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to ktrivigno @astoncarter.com along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jersey City, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Jersey City,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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