Job Title: Accounting Assistant
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team. This role involves maintaining and managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and contributing to the financial success of the organization.

ResponsibilitiesMaintain and update financial records, including general ledger entries, reconciliations, and journal entries.Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.Monitor and analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.Process and verify invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders.Review vendor statements, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies.Prepare and process payments to vendors in a timely manner.Monitor and manage customer accounts, including invoicing and collections.Prepare and send customer statements and reminders as necessary.Record and reconcile customer payments and apply them to outstanding invoices.Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.Generate and distribute financial reports and analyses to management and relevant departments.Contribute to the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.Assist with internal and external audits, providing documentation and explanations as required.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations and ensure compliance in financial operations.Utilize accounting software and systems for data entry, reporting, and analysis.Recommend improvements and enhancements to streamline accounting processes.Essential SkillsExperience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.Proficiency in reconciliation and journal entry tasks.Strong knowledge of general ledger and bookkeeping.Ability to efficiently handle invoicing tasks.Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.Proficiency in Excel.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with accounting software and systems.Work Environment

You will be working in a great new office with a friendly team. The manufacturing floor is spotless, and your colleagues have long tenure, showcasing a positive work environment where people enjoy staying.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 fully onsite position in University Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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 for other accommodation options.

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