Job Title: AP/Payroll SpecialistJob Description Analyze, code, and process accounts payable invoices. Verify and investigate discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements. Communicate with vendors, purchasing, and receiving to resolve any discrepancies. Audit invoices for proper authorization and back-up. Scan all invoices, checks, check registers, etc. into document management system. Prepare listing of invoices to be paid during the check run. Access bank accounts for wire generation, ACH payments, check uploads, and cash application. Process and apply all accounts receivable payments. Assist in processing payroll (US & Puerto Rico) information including time and attendance detail, check/deposit distribution, and employee record maintenance. Work with HR to accomplish employee record updating to ensure payroll is timely and accurate. Handle escalated employee payroll-related questions and concerns. Prepare and continuously update work instructions. Ensure internal control compliance and provide updates as necessary. Complete special projects assigned by management. Responsibilities + Analyze, code, and process accounts payable invoices. + Verify and investigate discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements. + Communicate with vendors, purchasing, and receiving to resolve any discrepancies. + Audit invoices for proper authorization and back-up. + Scan all invoices, checks, check registers, etc. into document management system. + Prepare listing of invoices to be paid during the check run. + Access bank accounts for wire generation, ACH payments, check uploads, and cash application. + Process and apply all accounts receivable payments. + Assist in processing payroll (US & Puerto Rico) information including time and attendance detail, check/deposit distribution, and employee record maintenance. + Work with HR to accomplish employee record updating to ensure payroll is timely and accurate. + Handle escalated employee payroll-related questions and concerns. + Prepare and continuously update work instructions. + Ensure internal control compliance and provide updates as necessary. + Complete special projects assigned by management. Essential Skills + Accounts payable + Invoice processing + Invoice entry + Microsoft Excel + ERP + Invoicing + Accounting + Payroll experience Additional Skills & Qualifications + AP experience + Manufacturing experience + Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree + SAP + AR + Associate’s degree in accounting preferred + 3-5 years related experience in payroll (preferred) and/or accounts payable + Equivalent combination of education and experience Work Environment Hybrid work schedule with 3 days remote and 2 days onsite. Very flexible and relaxed work environment with a casual dress code. Lots of room for growth within a large Accounting team. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.50/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 hybrid position in Watertown,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 2025. 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® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.