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Aston Carter · 3 hours ago

Accounting Clerk

Aston Carter is a company specializing in corporate talent solutions, and they are seeking an Accounting Clerk to join their new accounting department. This role involves preparing financial reports, assisting with month-end close activities, and managing accounts payable and receivable processes.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Prepare, update, and analyze financial reports to support leadership and operational decision-making
Assist with month-end close activities and perform ad hoc financial analysis as needed
Process invoices, payments, and receipts in a timely and organized manner using Excel and ERP systems
Manage collections efforts and follow up on outstanding balances
Respond to accounting inquiries via email with professionalism and accuracy
Communicate with vendors and customers by phone to resolve issues or provide updates
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Identify and resolve accounts payable and accounts receivable variances with urgency and attention to detail
Maintain thorough documentation and clearly communicate findings
Take full ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring follow-ups are completed and deadlines are consistently met
Identify opportunities to streamline and modernize accounting workflows
Recommend and implement enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability

Qualification

Accounting experienceMicrosoft ExcelQuickBooksOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

2–3 years of related accounting experience (e.g., AP, AR, Collections, etc.)
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas, formatting, etc.) and general Microsoft Office applications
Experience utilizing QuickBooks accounting software
A proactive, self-starting mindset—someone who takes initiative, problem-solves independently, and embraces new challenges
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to grow professionally as the accounting department expands

Preferred

Bachelors Degree preferred
Open to candidates that have internship experience

Benefits

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)

Company

Aston Carter

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Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2011-01-31Acquired

Leadership Team

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Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
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Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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