• Accounts Receivable Specialist

    Aston Carter (Cary, NC)


    Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist

    Job Description

    The Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist is responsible for managing the company’s incoming payments, ensuring accurate and timely processing of customer invoices, and maintaining up-to-date records of financial transactions. This role plays a key part in maintaining healthy cash flow and customer relationships. The position also assists the accounting team with the annual external audit and any necessary projects.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform daily accounts receivable functions.

    + Perform customer setups and end-dating according to instructions.

    + Ensure accurate and timely invoice generation for programs based on system notifications, ensuring proper account coding.

    + Distribute invoices to the appropriate accounting contacts.

    + Apply cash receipts to invoices to ensure accurate AR balances and customer-specific balances.

    + Field phone calls and emails from customers/employees regarding all AR-related matters.

    + Identify inefficiencies in AR processes and implement solutions.

    + Assist with other general accounting activities.

    + Ensure all AR activities comply with company policies and relevant financial regulations.

    + Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable status, aging, and collection efforts.

    + Assist with running timely month-end reports to ensure deadline adherence.

    + Develop ad hoc reporting as deemed necessary.

    + Support with annual audit requests and tasks as asked.

    + Comply with the Company Quality Management System (QMS), established policies and procedures, and achieve the quality objectives (Balanced Score Card).

    + May participate in Company QMS internal audit activities.

    + Perform other related duties, as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in accounting and accounts receivable processes.

    + Experience in invoicing, reconciliation, cash application, and cash receipts.

    + Familiarity with bank reconciliation and collection.

    + Proficiency in Excel and customer service.

    + Strong oral and written communication skills.

    + Ability to clearly convey information, resolve issues, and maintain positive relationships.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required with one to three years of experience in accounting or finance.

    + Sound knowledge of US GAAP.

    + Familiarity with audit concepts and procedures.

    + Experience with computer systems and proficient use of databases, spreadsheets, and other office system programs.

    + Strong organizational skills.

    Work Environment

    The company offers a great work environment with a family-like team culture. Employees maintain a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cary, North Carolina

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 hybrid position in Cary,NC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 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.