Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our close-knit team on a 10-13 week contract to fill in for maternity leave. This role involves processing payments, managing deductions disputes, and working closely with various teams to ensure accurate and timely posting of customer payments. Responsibilities + Process payments and post them to customer accounts + Reconcile payment discrepancies + Work with customer service and order entry teams to respond to inquiries + Manage deductions disputes such as shortages and fines + Collaborate with accounting and finance teams + Process credit and debit memos + Manually review customer remittance + Match payments to invoices + Post approximately 12-20 payments per day + Address deductions and post payments on the same day Essential Skills + 1 year of accounting experience specifically within Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, and Payment Posting + Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to use pivot tables and V Lookups + Familiarity with any accounting systems Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with cash applications and payment posting within the manufacturing industry + Experience using the Infor XA accounting system + College education + Responsible + Reliable + Ability to multi-task + Attention to detail Work Environment This role is based in a small office environment with around 20 people, part of a family-owned company with a close-knit and fun culture. The office personnel regularly participate in potlucks, happy hours, and other celebrations. The stable organization has been in the same location for 100 years and is anticipating growth, including the addition of 20 new production workers this year. The accounting team consists of two people in the office. You will work closely with the Customer Service and Order Entry teams in a quiet and relaxed environment. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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 Rockford,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.