Accounts Receivable Clerk

Aston Carter; United States; Híbrido; USD 24 000 - 34 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off / PTO

Resumo da oferta

Aston Carter is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk for a Contract to Hire position based in Somerset, NJ. The role supports the AR function by cleaning up overdue balances, reducing backlog, and performing data-driven analyses in Excel.

The candidate should have a accounting or business degree, corporate AR experience, and strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables). This hybrid role offers exposure to broader finance responsibilities as the company grows.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a business-related field.
• Experience in a corporate environment, preferably in collections or a related Accounts Receivable function.
• Proficiency in Excel with VLOOKUPs and PivotTables for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong customer orientation and ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Solid data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in reducing and cleaning up the backlog of Accounts Receivable invoices to improve cash flow and reporting accuracy.
• Follow up with escalated customer accounts to secure payment of past-due balances in a professional and customer-focused manner.
• Process and print copies of invoices for a portfolio of approximately 50–100 customers, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.
• Perform ad hoc Excel tasks, including creating charts/graphs, manipulating data, and analyzing customer balances.
• Use Excel tools such as VLOOKUP and pivot tables to organize, reconcile, and review financial data for customer accounts.
• Deliver high-quality customer service addressing inquiries about invoices, balances, and payment status.
• Support the AR team with additional data entry, documentation, and reporting tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support new corporate structures within finance.

Conhecimentos

Excel proficiency

Customer focus

Data entry accuracy

Multitasking

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or business-related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Description

This Accounts Receivable Clerk role offers an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in accounting and finance within a growing medical device and supplies organization. You will support the Accounts Receivable function by managing past-due balances, cleaning up invoice backlogs, and performing data-driven analysis in Excel. This position is ideal for someone with a degree in Accounting or a business-related field who is eager to gain hands-on corporate experience, particularly in collections, and grow into broader finance responsibilities as the company expands.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reducing and cleaning up the backlog of Accounts Receivable invoices to improve overall cash flow and reporting accuracy.
• Follow up with escalated customer accounts to secure payment of past-due balances in a professional and customer-focused manner.
• Process and print copies of invoices for a portfolio of approximately 50100 customers, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.
• Perform ad hoc Excel tasks, including creating charts and graphs, manipulating and analyzing data, and subtotaling customers financial information.
• Use Excel tools such as VLOOKUPs and pivot tables to organize, reconcile, and review financial data related to customer accounts.
• Deliver high-quality customer service in all interactions, addressing inquiries related to invoices, balances, and payment status.
• Support the Accounts Receivable team with additional data entry, documentation, and reporting tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support the development of new corporate structures and frameworks within the finance function.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or a business-related field, with a strong interest in pursuing a career path in accounting and finance.
• Hands‑on experience in a corporate environment, preferably in collections or a related Accounts Receivable function.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use VLOOKUPs and pivot tables for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong customer orientation and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Solid data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, including handling a high volume of invoices and customer accounts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in participating in a finance mentorship environment and developing a long‑term career path beyond the collections role.
• Willingness to contribute to and adapt within a company transitioning from a smaller to a larger organizational structure.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and present findings using charts and graphs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Somerset, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Somerset,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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® Platinum Award 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.