• Part-Time Bookkeeper

    Aston Carter (Fort Wayne, IN)


    Aston Carter is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper for a manufacturing company. The role is a remote role that would require roughly 15-20 hours per week.

    Bookkeeping (QuickBooks):

    + Manage all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

    + Process and reconcile bank and credit card statements.

    + Record and categorize all financial transactions accurately.

    + Generate invoices and process customer payments.

    + Prepare and process vendor payments.

    + Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.

    + Maintain accurate and organized financial records.

    + Generate financial reports (e.g., P&L, Balance Sheet) as needed.

    + Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.

    Inventory Management (QuickBooks Desktop Project & Ongoing):

    + Initial Setup Project: Take the lead in setting up and configuring the inventory module within QuickBooks Desktop for our manufacturing and distribution operations. This includes:

    + Developing and implementing a clear inventory tracking system.

    + Importing existing inventory data accurately.

    + Establishing appropriate inventory accounts and costing methods (e.g., FIFO, LIFO, Average Cost – depending on company preference and best practice).

    + Creating assemblies and bills of material for manufactured products.

    + Training relevant staff on basic inventory procedures within QBD.

    + Ongoing Maintenance:

    + Daily recording of raw material purchases and finished goods production.

    + Tracking inventory movement, including receipts, issues, and transfers.

    + Processing sales orders and updating finished goods inventory.

    + Conducting regular inventory counts and reconciling discrepancies.

    + Analyzing inventory data to identify trends and potential issues.

    + Providing regular inventory reports to management.

    + Working closely with the production and sales teams to ensure accurate inventory levels.

    Payroll:

    + Process accurate and timely payroll for one to three employees using QuickBooks Payroll.

    + Calculate and process all payroll deductions, including taxes (federal, state, local) or other items.

    + Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements (e.g., W-2s, payroll tax filings, and as applicable1099s).

    + Prepare and process direct deposits and/or physical paychecks.

    + Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve any payroll-related inquiries from employees in a professional and confidential manner.

    + Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records and files.

    + Assist with year-end payroll reporting and audits as needed.

    Job Qualifications

    + 2+ years of experience as a Bookkeeper, preferably within a manufacturing or distribution environment.

    + Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop

    + Strong, demonstrated experience with QuickBooks Desktop, specifically with setting up and managing the inventory module, is a must.

    + Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP and tax basis).

    + Experience with inventory costing methods

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)

    + Available to work 15-20 hours per week

     

    For immediate consideration, please apply online.

    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 remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.