Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an Accounting Specialistto support core financial operations with a focus on full‑cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, UKG payroll processingfor roughly 150 employees, and key reconciliation and month‑end close activities. This role is ideal for someone who values accuracy, consistency, and ownership of essential accounting processes.

Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in full-cycle accounts payable, receivable, and payroll duties

1+ year experience in expense processing

Experience processing 150+ employees

UKG preferred, but open to other payroll processing

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related business field strongly preferred.

Job Description:

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for assisting with accounts payables, receivables, managing multi-state payroll processing, supporting billing and month-end reconciliations, managing accounts payable data entry, and communicating with vendors regarding payments and tax documentation. This role also involves expense reporting, purchasing, and receiving, with a focus on vendor invoices, delivery status, and related inquiries.

Responsibilities Include:

Full‑Cycle Accounts Payable — Process vendor invoices, verify coding and approvals, maintain vendor records, manage payment runs, and resolve discrepancies.

Full‑Cycle Accounts Receivable — Generate customer invoices, apply payments, monitor aging, and follow up on outstanding balances.

UKG Payroll Processing — Prepare and process biweekly payroll for ~150 employees, ensuring accuracy in hours, deductions, benefits, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Account Reconciliation — Reconcile balance sheet accounts, research variances, and maintain accurate supporting documentation.

Month‑End Close — Assist with journal entries, accruals, reporting, and other close activities to support timely and accurate financial statements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Longmont, CO.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Longmont,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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® double diamond 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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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.