Accounts Recievable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Islandia, NY (On-Site)

We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our accounting team in Islip, NY. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in accounting and finance while gaining hands-on experience in customer accounts, payment processing, account reconciliations, and relationship management.

This role offers the chance to work closely with customers and internal teams, develop valuable accounting skills, and grow within a collaborative organization.

• Post and apply customer payments accurately and timely
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances
• Assist with light collections activities and follow up on past-due balances
• Research and resolve short payments, deductions, and chargebacks
• Maintain accurate customer account records and documentation
• Review aging reports and help monitor outstanding receivables
• Partner with internal departments to resolve billing and payment issues
• Utilize Excel and ERP systems to manage account activity and reporting

• 1-3+ years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Application, Billing, or related accounting experience
• Experience posting payments and reconciling customer accounts
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Comfortable speaking with customers regarding account and payment questions
• Basic Excel skills
• Experience working within an ERP system is a plus
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

• Stable, established company
• Opportunity to expand your accounting and finance skill set
• Collaborative team environment
• Direct interaction with customers and business partners
• Room for professional growth and advancement

This position is ideal for someone with accounts receivable experience who enjoys customer interaction and wants to continue developing their accounting career in a supportive environment.

This is a Contract position based out of Islandia, NY.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Islandia,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

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® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.