Bookkeeper

Job Description The bookkeeper manages all core accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and administrative functions to support a small, team-oriented organization. This role maintains accurate financial records, oversees accounts payable and receivable, processes payroll, and supports HR documentation and office operations in a fully onsite environment. Responsibilities + Manage all aspects of the company's accounting and bookkeeping functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. + Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records. + Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts. + Prepare and execute month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and financial schedules. + Process vendor invoices and maintain accurate accounts payable records. + Manage vendor relationships, including monitoring payment terms and maintaining payment schedules. + Generate customer invoices based on project and billing information provided by internal stakeholders. + Oversee collections activities by monitoring customer accounts and following up on outstanding balances. + Reconcile customer accounts and promptly resolve billing discrepancies or disputes. Essential Skills + Demonstrated experience managing accounting and bookkeeping functions, including general ledger maintenance. + Hands-on experience with bookkeeping activities such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, and month-end processes. + Experience with accounting and payroll functions, including processing payroll and handling related compliance tasks. + Ability to perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations accurately and on a regular schedule. + Strong understanding of month-end and year-end closing activities and related documentation. + Proficiency in managing vendor invoices, accounts payable records, and payment schedules. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Willingness to learn and receive training on HR responsibilities and processes. + Experience with Sage 50 accounting software is a plus. + Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is an advantage. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St Paul, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $33.65/hr. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in St Paul,MN. About Aston Carter 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. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io (%View email address on click.appcast.io) for other accommodation options. 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.