Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Job Description

The Accounting Specialist maintains the financial records of the company. They log financial information, process payments and reconcile accounts. The accounting specialist will analyze information, maintain complete and accurate records, assist with routine accounting duties, and provide prompt, courteous responses to inquiries or complaints from customers and vendors.

Hard Skills

• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment to vendors

• Manage and track credit card transactions, expense reports, and vendor statements

• Reconcile AP accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly

• Prepare and process payments, including ACH, wire transfers, and manage vendor master file on accounts payable system, including applicable tax reporting requirements (1099)

• Maintain accurate records of payments received and ensure proper allocation

• Collaborate with customers via telephone/e-mail to address payment/billing issues/discrepancies

• Process credit card transactions and manage recurring payments, including following up with customers via telephone/e-mail to resolve declines

• Manage refunds, account adjustments, and write-offs in accordance with company policies

• Prepare regular financial reports, including aging reports, cash flow statements, and payment schedules

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes by reconciling accounts and preparing necessary documentation

• Work closely with the Accounting team to support audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations

Soft Skills

• Provide general administrative support to the Accounting team as needed

• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement in billing and financial operations

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial processes

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with an initial contract duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Work Environment

Office environment, flexible on hours worked. Position is 100% onsite.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.