Cash Application Analyst (Contract)

Aston Carter; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Cash Application Analyst in Dallas, TX for a contract role. You will apply payments to customer accounts, post receipts, and reconcile bank activity to support accurate financial reporting.

The role requires hands-on AR experience, strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP), and the ability to coordinate with onshore and offshore teams. This hybrid Dallas position offers a range of standard benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with cash application processes.
• Practical experience in accounts receivable operations.
• Proficiency in bank account reconciliation.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Basic accounting knowledge and understanding of debits, credits, and general ledger impact.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with onshore and offshore team members.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate payment and reconciliation activities.

Responsibilities

• Apply customer payments accurately to the appropriate accounts using established cash application procedures.
• Post cash receipts and related transactions in the accounting system in a timely and precise manner.
• Reconcile bank accounts regularly and resolve discrepancies.
• Review and verify data accuracy for cash application and accounts receivable activities.
• Utilize Excel tools to analyze payment data and support reconciliation.
• Collaborate with AR team to resolve payment issues and unapplied cash.
• Coordinate with onshore and offshore teams to ensure consistent processes.
• Maintain organized records for audits and reporting requirements.
• Follow established accounting policies to support accurate reporting.

Skills

Cash application

Accounts receivable

Bank reconciliation

Excel pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Data entry

Team collaboration

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description

The Cash Application Analyst supports the accounts receivable function by accurately applying cash, posting payments, and reconciling bank accounts. This role ensures that customer payments are recorded correctly, supports timely and accurate financial reporting, and contributes to the smooth operation of the organization’s accounting processes.

Job Title: Cash Application Analyst

The Cash Application Analyst supports the accounts receivable function by accurately applying cash, posting payments, and reconciling bank accounts. This role ensures that customer payments are recorded correctly, supports timely and accurate financial reporting, and contributes to the smooth operation of the organization’s accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Apply customer payments accurately to the appropriate accounts using established cash application procedures.
• Post cash receipts and other related transactions in the accounting system in a timely and precise manner.
• Reconcile bank accounts regularly to ensure all transactions are recorded and discrepancies are identified and resolved.
• Review and verify the accuracy of data entered for cash application and accounts receivable activities.
• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions to analyze payment data and support reconciliation activities.
• Collaborate with the accounts receivable team to resolve payment issues, unapplied cash, and discrepancies.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with the accounts receivable team in Dallas and offshore team members to ensure consistent processes and accurate information flow.
• Maintain organized records of cash application activities and support audit and reporting requirements as needed.
• Follow established accounting policies and procedures to support accurate financial reporting.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with cash application processes.
• Practical experience in accounts receivable operations.
• Proficiency in bank account reconciliation.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.
• Basic accounting knowledge and understanding of debits, credits, and general ledger impact.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with onshore and offshore team members.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate payment and reconciliation activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with Oracle or similar accounting/ERP systems.
• Prior experience in a high-volume accounts receivable or shared services environment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data using Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Work Environment

The role operates within a collaborative accounts receivable team that includes members based in Dallas and an offshore team. The Cash Application Analyst works closely with both groups, often coordinating across time zones to ensure consistent processes and accurate financial information. The position involves regular use of Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions, and work within Oracle or a similar accounting system. The environment is dynamic and growth-oriented, aligned with rapid data center expansion, offering exposure to evolving processes and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement in accounting operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 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&DD 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 Dallas,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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.