Job Title: Accounting Assistant

Job Description

The Accounting Assistant plays a pivotal role in managing various accounting functions, including reception duties, purchasing and payables, as well as payroll processes. The position requires a proactive individual capable of handling multiple tasks with efficiency and accuracy.

ResponsibilitiesAnswer phones, sort mail, and perform filing and scanning tasks.Assist with obtaining final invoices for Purchase Orders upon job completion. Contact vendors to verify rental returns and confirm all invoices for POs.Post receipts for credit card purchases, review credit card statements, and reach out to cardholders for missing receipts.Assist accounts payable with invoice entry during busier times.Review union dispatch and I-9 forms.Enter new employees and verify information on existing employees.Create timecards from job timesheets.Enter time into journals and reconcile to job timesheets.Essential SkillsProficiency in Dynamics and Reporting.Expertise in Microsoft Excel.Strong understanding of Payroll tax and Union regulations.Experience with Payroll software and Accounts payable.Knowledge of General Accounting Principles and general ledger.Competency in AP, Payroll, Payroll processing, Data entry, Accounting, Reconciliation, Payroll accounting, and Analysis.Additional Skills & QualificationsExcellent customer service skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office365 – Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.Familiarity with VoIP phone system.Experience with general office equipment: printers, copier, scanner.Knowledge of Microsoft Navision Attain accounting system.Demonstrate a strong understanding of Job Cost Accounting principles.Union workplace payroll experience.Work Environment

The position is located in a gated complex, requiring comfort with being alone in the building at times. Working hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The role is based in a dynamic job-cost-oriented business that fabricates and repairs pressure vessels for commercial and industrial clients throughout the northwest. The Tacoma office focuses on accounting prep work related to job activity and supports the Portland office when needed, encompassing purchasing, payables, job billing, and payroll. All non-administrative employees are hired through Boilermakers, Bricklayers, Millwrights, and Laborers unions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tacoma, Washington.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

Medical, Dental & Vision401(k)/RothBasic/Supplemental Life & AD&DShort and long-term disabilityHSA & DCFSATransportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 Tacoma,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 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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