• Accountant

    Aston Carter (Baltimore, MD)


    Description

    Our client is seeking a mid-to- senior level Temporary Accountant to immediately backfill a departing Accounts Receivable Specialist. This role is critical to maintaining the school’s student billing operations and supporting the Business Office during a transitional period. The ideal candidate will have strong AR and billing experience, be comfortable working independently, and be able to quickly integrate into a small, collaborative finance team. Key Responsibilities: Student Billing & Accounts Receivable (Primary Focus): -Manage all aspects of the student billing system, including invoicing, payment posting, and account reconciliation -Communicate with families regarding delinquent accounts and document outreach -Coordinate with the Enrollment Office on billing status and updates -Reconcile student accounts receivable and related GL accounts monthly Credit Card Program: -Administer the school’s credit card purchasing program -Maintain employee profiles, adjust limits, and ensure accurate GL coding Fixed Assets: -Record acquisitions and disposals in the fixed asset module -Reconcile fixed asset ledger to GL and post depreciation annually Treasury & Payment Processing: -Monitor and record ACH deposits -Manage mobile payment platforms (Venmo, Square, PayPal) and post to GL General Accounting Support: -Assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and GL maintenance -Support the CFO and Controller with reporting and audit prep as needed

     

    Skills

     

    Accounting, General ledger, Reconciliation, Accounts receivable, billing, Month end, Journal entry, Reporting, Gaap, Finance

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    Accounting,General ledger,Reconciliation,Accounts receivable,billing

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience Strong background in AR, billing, and reconciliation Experience with Blackbaud or similar school accounting software preferred Ability to work independently with minimal onboarding Education or nonprofit sector experience a plus

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Baltimore, MD.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Baltimore,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 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.