Accounting Assistant

Aston Carter; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is looking for an Accounting Assistant to support financial operations, mainly focusing on accounts payable and accounts receivable duties. The role offers a flexible workweek and competes within a pay range of $20.00 - $23.00/hr. This is a fully remote position with opportunities for growth in a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with accounts payable/accounts receivable.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and payroll processing.
• Experience using accounting software and payroll platforms.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoicing.
• Maintain and update general ledger accounts.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and regulatory financial reporting.

Skills

Experience with accounts payable/accounts receivable

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Experience with ERP systems

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP Business One

ADP

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Accounting Assistant

The Accounting Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting financial operations by assisting with purchase order and invoice creation. The primary focus will be on accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) duties and reporting. Initially, the role will involve handling AR bank deposits and document requests, eventually expanding to include AP responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy in all financial records.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoicing, vendor payments, and collections.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements monthly to ensure accuracy of balances.
• Monitor cash flow, expense reports, and assist with financial reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets and profit & loss reports.
• Prepare and process payroll for hourly, salaried, and contract employees on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis as required.
• Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including tax withholding and benefit deductions.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including timecards, PTO, overtime, and wage adjustments.
• Generate payroll reports and ensure payroll tax payments are made on time.
• Handle year-end payroll tasks, such as W-2 and 1099 issuance.
• Stay up to date with payroll laws and accounting principles to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and other regulatory financial reporting as required.
• Manage employee records related to payroll, benefits, and deductions.
• Assist the accounting team with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of experience with accounts payable/accounts receivable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems, SAP Business One is a huge plus.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
• 3-5 years of bookkeeping and payroll experience.
• Experience using accounting software, SAP preferred, and payroll platforms such as ADP.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and payroll processing.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Familiarity with state and federal payroll tax laws and reporting requirements.

Work Environment

This position offers a 30-hour work week that will eventually move to 40 hours. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their career in accounting within a growing company. The work environment values accuracy, attention to detail, and compliance with financial regulations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Little Falls Township, New Jersey.

This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to [e-mail] along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Oct 9, 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 [e-mail] along with other accommodation options.