Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to assist with a large ledger cleanup project. This role involves executing cleanup tasks, managing credit limits, and resolving unapplied cash issues. The ideal candidate will possess strong AR knowledge and be adept at interfacing with leadership and external clients to compare ledger notes and resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Execute cleanup tasks related to credit tracking issues and duplicate accounts.

• Manage credit limits across the organization.

• Identify and resolve unapplied cash issues.

• Interface with leadership and external clients to compare ledger notes.

• Analyze and research customer and vendor accounts, reconciling entries as needed.

• Process, verify, and reconcile invoices, statements, and subledger entries.

• Maintain accurate aging reports for both vendors and customers.

• Prepare and enter journal entries using financial software.

• Create comprehensive documentation for all posted transactions.

• Collaborate with various departments to inform decision-making.

• Facilitate positive relationships with vendors and customers, addressing inquiries promptly.

• Create weekly and monthly accounting reports.

• Support various accounting functions, including accounts payable, reporting, and special projects.

• Assist financial managers as needed.

• Support system implementations such as cieTrade®.

Essential Skills

• Experience with Accounts Receivable.

• Experience with journal entries.

• Experience with intercompany transactions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, management, or a related field.

• Working understanding of accounting transactions, the accounting equation, and debits and credits.

• 5+ years of experience in Accounting functions with an emphasis on AR.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel).

• Experience with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics, preferred.

• Ability to work in multiple systems.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with an industry leader

• Flexible compensation

• Great benefits package

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!Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00

• 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 Clifton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.

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.