Accounts Payable Specialist

Aston Carter; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in talent solutions is seeking an Entry-Level Accounts Payable Clerk in Norwalk, Connecticut. This role offers an excellent opportunity to kickstart your accounting career with hands-on experience in financial operations, including invoice verification and data entry. Join a supportive team committed to your professional growth with training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Qualifications

• Attention to detail is crucial for invoice verification.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles is required.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Accurately enter payment and invoice data into systems.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Data Entry Proficiency

Basic Accounting Knowledge

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education or an associate's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Excellent Accounting Opportunity to Start or Continue Your Career

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our accounting team as an Entry-Level Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in accounting and gain hands-on experience in financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Verification: Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.
• Data Entry: Accurately enter payment and invoice data into accounting systems.
• Purchase Order Matching: Match invoices to corresponding purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies.
• Payment Processing Support: Assist with check runs, electronic payments, and other payment-related tasks.
• Administrative Support: Perform filing, scanning, and other clerical duties as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Data Entry Proficiency: High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Basic Accounting Knowledge: Familiarity with fundamental accounting principles.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary education or an associate’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in accounting or finance is a plus but not required.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to grow within the accounting field
• Supportive team environment
• On-the-job training and development

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/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 Norwalk,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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] for other accommodation options.