AP/AR/Payroll Specialist

Aston Carter; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision & Health insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a hands-on Accountant to join a growing Fargo, ND team. You will manage day-to-day accounting functions including high‑volume AP, AR, payroll, and GL activity while maintaining accurate financial records in QuickBooks.

This role requires independent work style and the ability to wear multiple hats in a fast-paced environment. The position offers on-site work in Fargo with a salary range of $80,000–$90,000 per year and benefits including vision and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Hands-on QuickBooks experience
• Strong AP and AR background
• Payroll processing experience
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accounting
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a high transaction volume
• Comfortable working independently and wearing multiple hats

Responsibilities

• Manage high‑volume AP, processing up to 1,000 invoices per month
• Handle AR, including invoicing, payments, and account reconciliation
• Process and support biweekly payroll
• Maintain accounting records and transactions in QuickBooks
• Complete bank, credit card, vendor, and GL reconciliations
• Assist with journal entries and month‑end accounting
• Research and resolve invoice, vendor, customer, and payroll discrepancies
• Support additional accounting needs as they arise

Skills

AP/AR handling

Payroll processing

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a hands‑on Accountant to join a growing team and manage a variety of day‑to‑day accounting functions. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a hands‑on Accountant to join a growing team and manage a variety of day‑to‑day accounting functions. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage high‑volume AP, processing up to 1,000 invoices per month
• Handle AR, including invoicing, payments, and account reconciliation
• Process and support biweekly payroll
• Maintain accounting records and transactions in QuickBooks
• Complete bank, credit card, vendor, and GL reconciliations
• Assist with journal entries and month‑end accounting
• Research and resolve invoice, vendor, customer, and payroll discrepancies
• Support additional accounting needs as they arise

Qualifications

• Hands‑on QuickBooks experience
• Strong AP and AR background
• Payroll processing experience
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accounting
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a high transaction volume
• Comfortable working independently and wearing multiple hats

Preferred Experience

• Construction, contracting, trades, or similar industry experience
• Job costing
• Prevailing wage or certified payroll

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fargo, ND.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

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.

single plan - company pays 100% of vision and health. other comprehensive packages available.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fargo, ND.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.