Job Title: AP/AR Specialist

Aston Carter is partnering with a food technology company seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable & Receivable to join their growing team!

Job Description

This role will support both the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, providing essential assistance to the respective managers. The position involves conducting credit checks, managing collections, processing deposits, setting up customers and vendors, invoicing, payments, and handling employee expense reports through Expensify.

ResponsibilitiesConduct credit checks and manage collections.Process deposits and apply them to accounts.Set up new customers and vendors.Handle invoicing and payments.Quickly pay invoices and process AR in the morning from the night before.Manage past due collections through emails and calls.Receive invoices via mail/email, print, and mail checks.Process employee expense reports weekly and manage ACH to employees.Essential SkillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.Experience in accounting (Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable) or finance.Ability to prioritize and multitask efficiently.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.Deadline and detail-oriented.Qualifications:Knowledge of Great Plains ERP system is a major plus.Willingness to learn quickly.2-3 years of experience or working towards an associate degree in business or accounting.Candidates are preferred to not have a 4-year degree.Work Environment

The role is fully onsite with working hours from 10am to 4:30pm for a total of 30 hours per week. The office environment is bright, modern, and clean, with a total of four people in the accounting department. The office comprises 30 employees, plus 70 in production. Flexibility is offered for appointments, etc.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 fully onsite position in Lake Zurich,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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