Description
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the full accounts receivable cycle, including high-volume invoicing (250-300 per month), collections, and account reconciliations. This role involves reviewing customer accounts to ensure timely payments, following up on late payments, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. The specialist will work closely with internal teams to ensure invoices reflect contract terms, assist with month-end closing, and generate reports. Additional duties include analyzing outstanding payments, resolving discrepancies, compiling project billing matrices, and updating systems in collaboration with business partners. Strong data entry, customer service, and communication skills are essential, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. Experience interpreting contracts and billing terms is highly valued. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required; relevant experience may substitute for education. Prior experience in the aerospace, defense, or military sectors is preferred.
Skills
Accounts receivable, excel pivot tables, month end report, logistics, transportation logistics, transportation, ms office suite, Customer service
Top Skills Details
Accounts receivable,excel pivot tables,month end report
Additional Skills & Qualifications
The candidate's primary skill and job title must be "accounts receivable" or "accounts receivable analyst." Candidates who are primarily bookkeepers, financial analysts, collection clerks, accountants, or controllers (especially from small companies) are not considered suitable.The role requires experience in high-volume accounts receivable (AR) work.The candidate must have the ability to read and interpret contracts, specifically to understand how contract terms apply to their AR responsibilities.The position is not for collectors or general analysts; the focus must be on dedicated AR experience.Submitting candidates whose AR experience is only a small part of their job is discouraged; the manager wants candidates whose main responsibility is AR.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sparks, NV.
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:
โข Medical, dental & vision
โข Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
โข 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
โข Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
โข Short and long-term disability
โข Health Spending Account (HSA)
โข Transportation benefits
โข Employee Assistance Program
โข Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sparks,NV.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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 Staffingยฎ 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.