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Junior Accountant

Aston Carter
Bridgeport, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 2/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

Junior Accountant

Job Description

The Junior Accountant is responsible for processing all daily receipts related to customers' payments and monitoring the accounts receivable schedule on a weekly basis, including customer and general ledger account reconciliations. This position performs a range of general bookkeeping and accounting support functions for the department.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and post daily deposits
  • Process credit card payments, virtual check payments, wire payments, and ACH payments
  • Create invoices and credit notes for customers and prepare monthly statements
  • Manage accounts receivable and collect payment for overdue invoices
  • Create daily deposits and coordinate internal and external RMAs
  • Investigate and resolve customer queries
  • Work closely with Customer Service and Commercial departments for account payments
  • Act as a backup for Accounts Payable as needed
  • Record and store deposits paperwork
  • Other duties as assigned by management

Essential Skills

  • BS / BA required in a related field
  • 2 years' experience in accounting, including GL, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel (Pivot Tables, V Lookups)
  • ERP experience, with a preference for Sage
  • Credit and collections experience
  • Strong knowledge of general accounting principles
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong time-management skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy in preparing and entering financial information
  • Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00

    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 Bridgeport,CT.

    Application Deadline

    This position will be accepting applications until Jan 27, 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 : $32 - $36

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