Accountant

Job Description + Prepare, review, and post accurate journal entries in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures. + Perform detailed account reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely and accurate manner. + Create and process credit and debit memos, ensuring proper documentation and alignment with company policies. + Work closely with vendors to update and maintain accurate profiles, including banking and payment information. + Support billing activities as needed, assisting the Billing team with invoice-related tasks and process improvements. + Collaborate with the shared services team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Payroll, and other functions, to ensure accurate and efficient cash and credit processes. + Utilize Oracle and related systems to process and track invoices, journal entries, and reconciliations. + Assist in clearing high volumes of invoices as part of the team, contributing to the processing of thousands of invoices each month. + Participate in ongoing process changes and system upgrades, remaining adaptable and engaged as the organization evolves. + Ask questions, seek to understand the reasoning behind tasks, and contribute ideas for improving accounting and billing processes. + Coordinate with the Director of Shared Services and other leaders to ensure alignment with team goals and performance expectations. + Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits, internal controls, and financial reporting. + Use Excel to support analysis and reporting, with willingness to learn and apply functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP. + Actively participate in a team-oriented environment, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive, collaborative culture. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. + 2+ years of accounting experience. + Hands-on experience with journal entries. + Proven experience performing account reconciliations. + Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and billing processes. + Ability to work with vendors to update profiles and banking information accurately. + Comfort using ERP systems, with specific experience or strong aptitude for learning Oracle. + Basic to intermediate Excel skills, with willingness to learn pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions. + Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume transactional environments. + Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in a dynamic, evolving organization. + Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams in shared services. + Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support others and share responsibilities. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Anoka, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $35.00/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) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Anoka,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026. 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.