What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Associate position at Aston Carter?
Job Title : Accounting Associate
Overview : The Accounting Associate is responsible for providing comprehensive support to both members and internal staff in the daily operations of payment functions. This role ensures adherence to all regulatory, compliance, departmental, and credit union policies. The associate will also collaborate with other business units within Operations to maintain a high level of member service.
Key Responsibilities :
- Support daily payment operations, including mailed transactions, check processing, remote deposits, ATM deposits, wire transfers, and ACH file processing.
- Review and research payment exceptions and make decisions based on guidelines and policies.
- Process and reconcile various payment transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Handle member inquiries and perform necessary account adjustments.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for all transactions and reconciliations.
- Ensure timely and secure transmission of payment files to relevant institutions.
- Address and resolve service requests in a timely manner, maintaining high member service standards.
- Compile and maintain statistical reports and data for departmental use.
- Report any instances of non-compliance to management promptly.
- Foster strong working relationships with other departments to resolve issues efficiently.
- Stay updated on industry developments, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
Qualifications :
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.75 / 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 :
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Albany,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 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 :
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 : $17 - $21
