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Accounting Associate

Aston Carter
Ypsilanti, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Job Title : Accounting Associate

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Accounting Associate to join our team. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience in accounting, with the potential for career advancement. You will be responsible for assisting with various accounting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP / IFRS standards, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities

  • Assist requestors and vendors with the new vendor registration process and vendor changes.
  • Obtain bank letters and ACH / Wire forms from new vendors and verify their authenticity.
  • Follow up with international vendors regarding expired W8 forms.
  • Check deposits and prepare applicable journal entries.
  • Review all transactions on the corporate card program for all cardholders.
  • Reconcile each cardholder account on a monthly basis.
  • Correspond with departmental administrators on any missing invoices monthly.
  • Enforce cardholder agreement for the corporate card program for each cardholder.
  • Report to management on the status of cardholder accounts.
  • Report monthly on delinquent accounts and issue warning letters for delinquent accounts.
  • Facilitate requests for credit limit increases to management for approval.
  • Ensure all corporate card accounting practices and procedures are in accordance with GAAP / IFRS.
  • Manage delinquent accounts and perform reconciliations.
  • Perform additional projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

  • BS in Accounting or related field of study, or currently obtaining a degree.
  • 0-3 years of accounting experience, including internships.
  • Proficient skills in MS Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
  • Proficient oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior.
  • Experience working in a culturally diverse team environment.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Proficient self-management skills.
  • Experience in accounts payable and reconciliation.
  • Work Environment

    The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. The dress code is business casual. This is an open-ended contract position with the potential for direct hire based on performance.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 fully onsite position in Ypsilanti,MI.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 2025.

    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® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  • 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

    Salary : $20 - $22

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