Job Title: Accounting Assistant

Job Description

This role is pivotal in preparing and maintaining accounting records, verifying financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The position involves general accounting practices and requires a proactive approach to maintaining financial accuracy and integrity.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records.Verify financial transactions for compliance with GAAP.Complete accurate entries in QuickBooks.Manage Accounts Receivable and occasionally assist with Accounts Payable.Research discrepancies in financial numbers and implement necessary corrections.Maintain and improve internal financial controls.Assist with the invoicing process.Participate in purchasing activities and submit Purchase Orders.Perform administrative assistant duties such as answering phones and guest check-in when needed.Organize and maintain filing systems.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.Experience in invoicing and financial discrepancy resolution.High mathematical aptitude.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is preferred.3 years of accounting experience preferred.

Work Environment

The work schedule is typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as needed. The office culture emphasizes collaboration, with team members covering for each other as necessary.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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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