Accounting Assistant

Aston Carter • Nashville, TN

7d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant / Accounts Receivable Specialist will support accounts receivable, treasury operations, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role involves working with large datasets and detailed financial processes while collaborating with cross-functional partners in a fast-paced environment. This is a six-month, full-time contract position based onsite in Nashville, Tennessee, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and flexibility available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of accounting, accounts receivable, treasury, or finance experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience performing reconciliations and financial data analysis.
• Ability to follow established processes and standard work procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP/accounting systems.
• Experience in treasury operations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, or accounting.
• Experience working with large volumes of financial transactions and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly receivables settlements and collections activities.
• Review, reconcile, and validate financial transactions and account balances.
• Submit and track wire transfer requests.
• Maintain responsibilities in accordance with established financial calendars and procedures.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies by partnering with internal and external stakeholders.
• Generate and distribute accurate financial reports.
• Review financial records, invoices, statements, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Support data entry and maintenance activities within financial systems.
• Assist with settlement, payment, and wire transfer inquiries.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and controls.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (eligibility requirements apply).
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage (eligibility requirements apply).
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available (eligibility requirements apply).
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D coverage for the employee and dependents (eligibility requirements apply).
• Short- and long-term disability coverage (eligibility requirements apply).
• Health Spending Account (HSA) (eligibility requirements apply).
• Transportation benefits (eligibility requirements apply).
• Employee Assistance Program (eligibility requirements apply).
• Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave (eligibility requirements apply).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED