Accounting Specialist

Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist with a strong background in QuickBooks Online and full-cycle AP. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, face-to-face environment and is eager to grow within a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable (AP) processes, including processing 200–250 invoices monthly.
• Issue 20–30 checks weekly while transitioning to ACH payments.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely payments.
• Assist with month-end close procedures.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including regular interaction with leadership.
• Adapt to evolving processes and systems with a willingness to learn.
• Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on discrepancies.
• Ensure accurate coding, verification, and electronic entry of Accounts Payable data into an Automated Accounting Systems.
• Conduct weekly check, ACH, & wire payments to vendors.
• Perform research as requested by internal/external auditors and project managers.
• Maintain back-end scanning and record retention.
• Act as a back-up for the Accounts Receivable Clerk, Quarterly Sales Tax Reporting, and Month-End Close of both software & books of record.
• Communicate effectively with personnel at all levels, both verbally and in writing.

Essential Skills

• Associates or Bachelors degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Understanding of Accounts Receivable.
• QuickBooks Online or Larger ERP proficiency.
• Familiarity with month-end close procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience with Quarterly Sales Tax Reporting.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position with day shifts from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The role involves working extensively with different departments and providing backup support to the accounting manager during absences. There are opportunities for continued learning and growth, with increased responsibilities when trusted. After conversion, company-sponsored health benefits, 401K with company match, and Personal Time Off (PTO) are available after 30 days.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Englewood, CO.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $36.06/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Englewood,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

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.

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.