• Accounting Specialist

    Aston Carter (Visalia, CA)


    Job Title: Accounting Administrator

    Job Description

    The Accounting Specialist role involves performing cash control procedures, utilizing strong reasoning skills, handling complex mathematical computations, and taking initiative to solve intricate issues. This position includes B2B collection functions and requires excellent judgment, tact, and interpersonal skills to represent the company effectively with customers and the public. Proficiency in Microsoft computer applications and accounting systems, including word-processing and Excel, is essential.

    Responsibilities

    + Receive and process cash receipt transactions.

    + Make necessary collection contacts to ensure prompt payment from assigned customers.

    + Review sales orders for pricing accuracy and collaborate with Customer Service on pricing discrepancies.

    + Invoice Butter and Powder sales orders with a high degree of accuracy.

    + Input and process customer deductions for claimed pricing discrepancies, short or mis-shipments, scorecard deductions, and late delivery/loss of sale deductions.

    + Contact customers to resolve payment deductions.

    + Prepare deduction write-offs for approval.

    + Cross-train with team members to provide back-up support during absences.

    + Follow all safety and working rules.

    + Maintain harmonious relationships with co-workers, management, customers, vendors, and employees while adhering to company policies.

    + Contribute positively towards a quality work environment.

    + Ensure excellent regular full-time attendance to support company objectives.

    + Use initiative and judgment in decision-making, aligning with company best interests.

    + Perform other duties as assigned by management.

    Essential Skills

    + Accounting

    + Accounts receivable

    + Reconciliation

    + Accounts payable

    + Data entry

    + Invoicing

    + Microsoft Excel

    + Administrative support

    + Bookkeeping

    + Invoice processing

    + Excel data entry

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with EDI is preferable.

    + Cash Application and B2B collections experience required.

    + High-Volume, complex billing experience is preferable.

    + Proficiency in operating a personal computer with knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Ten-key by touch.

    + Experience with an integrated ERP system in the customer payment application process required.

    + Excellent organizational and communication skills.

    + Minimum 2 years Accounts Receivable experience required.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance is desirable; experience in lieu of education will be considered.

    + College level verbal and written communication skills.

    + Advanced computational and math reasoning skills required.

    + Must be able to operate equipment effectively after the appropriate break-in period.

    + Proficiency in written and spoken English.

    Work Environment

    The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with a business casual dress code; jeans are not permitted. The position offers a supportive work environment with family medical, dental, and vision benefits, retirement plans, paid holidays, paid vacation, and tuition reimbursement.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Visalia, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 fully onsite position in Visalia,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 2026.

    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.