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Accounting Specialist (AP/AR)

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? We're excited to add an Accounting Specialist (AP/AR) to our growing team! This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with strong Accounts Payable experience who is looking to broaden their skills across both AP and AR while gaining exposure to accounting automation, process improvements, and long-term growth opportunities. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoy taking ownership of your work, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience
• 1+ year of Accounts Receivable experience
• Experience processing high-volume invoices (200+ monthly)
• Knowledge of 2-way and 3-way matching
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills

What You'll Do

• Process PO and non-PO invoices accurately and efficiently
• Perform 3-way matching and investigate pricing, quantity, and receiving discrepancies
• Partner closely with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Accounting teams to resolve invoice issues
• Support a high-volume AP environment processing approximately 450-1,000 invoices per month
• Code, enter, and process invoices within the ERP system
• Process employee expense reports and maintain supporting documentation
• Post customer payments and cash receipts
• Generate and distribute customer invoices and shipping documentation
• Support B2B collections activities through email and phone follow-up
• Investigate and resolve billing, payment, and account discrepancies
• Review and validate invoices captured through automated accounting tools
• Maintain accurate records and provide day-to-day accounting support
• Assist with month-end activities and provide backup support across the accounting team
• Communicate professionally with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders
• Take ownership of issues and drive them through resolution

What We're Looking For

• 3-5 years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong Accounts Payable experience required
• Accounts Receivable experience preferred
• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience is a plus
• Basic Excel skills, including formulas, simple calculations, and data review
• Manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-based industry experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Strong 10-key and data entry skills with a high level of accuracy
• Degree not required; relevant experience is valued over formal education!
• Adaptable, coachable, and eager to learn new systems and processes

Why Join Us?

• Growth-driven opportunity created due to business expansion, not turnover
• Join a stable and growing organization experiencing significant growth
• Receive direct mentorship and hands-on training from the Accounting Manager
• Gain exposure to both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
• Opportunity to grow into a more analytical accounting role as automation technology is implemented
• Collaborative team environment where employees support one another and share responsibilities
• Long-term opportunity with strong potential for professional growth and development

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Carlsbad,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com 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.