Hybrid AR Associate — Entry Level Staff Accountant

Aston Carter; Urbandale (IA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Staff Accountant specializing in Accounts Receivable at Aston Carter will focus on collecting past due invoices and collaborating with cash application and offshore collections teams. The role combines on-site training during the first 4–8 weeks with a long-term hybrid schedule in Urbandale, IA.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience in finance or collections, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor’s degree. This contract-to-hire position offers growth and SOX-compliant practices.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in collections, finance, or a related field.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development, implementation, and documentation of procedures and process improvements for general collections and reporting functions.
• Collect outstanding invoices while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Provide feedback and guidance to offshore Collections team members.
• Perform analysis and reporting on past due client trends to identify risk levels and root causes of non-payment.
• Collaborate with other onshore team members to enhance process efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and SOX procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

A Staff Accountant specializing in Accounts Receivable at Aston Carter will focus on collecting past due invoices and collaborating with cash application and offshore collections teams. The role combines on-site training during the first 4–8 weeks with a long-term hybrid schedule in Urbandale, IA.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience in finance or collections, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor’s degree. This contract-to-hire position offers growth and SOX-compliant practices.