Urbandale, Iowa, USA
22 hours ago
Staff Accountant
Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

Assist with the development, implementation, and documentation of procedures and process improvements for general collections and reporting functions. Engage in the collection of outstanding invoices while maintaining client relationships and provide feedback and guidance for offshore Collections team members. Perform analysis and reporting on past due client trends to identify levels of risk and root causes of non-payment. Collaborate with other onshore team members to develop process efficiencies and ensure compliance with corporate policies and SOX procedures.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of procedures for general collections.Engage in the collection of outstanding invoices while maintaining client relationships.Provide feedback and guidance for offshore Collections team members.Perform analysis and reporting on past due client trends.Identify levels of risk and root causes of non-payment.Collaborate with onshore team members to develop process efficiencies.Ensure compliance with corporate policies and SOX procedures.

Essential Skills

Proficiency with general ledger and journal entry.Experience with cash reconciliation and cash flow analysis.Understanding of commissioning processes.Associates degree or equivalent experience.1-3 years of accounting experience.Intermediate to advanced proficiency with MS Excel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

College degree in finance, accounting, or related discipline.

Work Environment

The work environment offers a hybrid or onsite arrangement. The initial 4 to 8 weeks of training will take place in the office. As your knowledge base increases, in-office days will be reduced. Once a solid base knowledge is acquired, you will switch to a hybrid model, working in the office as a team every Tuesday and every other Monday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Urbandale, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 hybrid position in Urbandale,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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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