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Entry Level Accounting Coordinator
We are seeking an Entry Level Accounting Coordinator to join a growing Finance team. This position is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable processing, vendor administration, expense management, reconciliations, and other financial activities.
The ideal candidate will be highly detail-oriented, organized, and motivated to learn. This individual should be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, solving problems, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. This role reports directly to the Senior Accounting Manager.
Key Responsibilities

• Process and track accounts payable transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Route invoices and bills for approval in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review and enter payable transactions into financial systems, ensuring accurate coding and documentation.
• Set up and maintain vendor records, including required tax documentation and banking information verification.
• Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding invoices, payments, and account inquiries.
• Prepare and process approved payments.
• Review employee expense reports, resolve inquiries, and assist with user training and support.
• Manage corporate credit card administration, including card requests, maintenance, and cancellations.
• Verify operational expenses against supporting documentation and internal records.
• Perform account reconciliations, including company credit card and expense-related accounts.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail and related administrative functions.
• Deliver responsive customer service and maintain positive working relationships with internal departments and external business partners.
• Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant internship experience, coursework, or 1-2 years of accounting or finance experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software systems and technologies quickly.
• Self-motivated with effective time-management and prioritization skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and interact professionally with employees at all levels.
• Understanding of internal controls and financial policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 15 pounds.

Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build a strong foundation in accounting and finance operations. The successful candidate will be eager to learn, demonstrate a high level of accuracy and accountability, and contribute to the overall success of the finance team.

• Relevant coursework in accounting, finance, or business is preferred.
• Prior internship experience in accounting or finance is highly valued.
• Early-career accounting or accounts payable experience is preferred for this role.
• Comfort working with corporate credit card programs and expense reporting tools.
• Experience with Excel, including creating and using pivot tables, is beneficial.
• Background in credit applications and payment-related account management is an advantage.
• Interest in contributing ideas and collaborating in an entrepreneurial, growth-focused environment.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oxford, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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&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 Oxford,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.
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