Accounting Associate

Aston Carter•Wooster, OH

5d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Associate supports administrative and accounting activities using ERP and invoice management systems. The role focuses on accounts receivable, invoice review, expense reporting, inventory adjustments, and maintaining accurate records while supporting accounting initiatives across multiple locations. It requires attention to detail, the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies, and the ability to learn processes and systems quickly. This is a contract-to-hire position based in Wooster, Ohio, and is fully onsite. The role is primarily performed during standard business hours and involves collaboration across locations including Wisconsin, New Hampshire, Maine, New York, and Wooster.

Requirements

Experience working with JDE ERP software.
Proficiency in data entry for accounting transactions.
Foundational experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
Basic understanding of accounting principles.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in numerical and data-related work.
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to learn new processes, tools, and systems quickly.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
General familiarity with payroll processes.

Nice To Haves

Experience using SAP Concur for expense report review and processing.
Prior exposure to accounts receivable, collections, inventory adjustments, or invoice review processes.
Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience supporting accounting functions in a manufacturing or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

Support administrative accounting activities using JDE ERP software.
Review and manage C2 Holds and collections activities within Accounts Receivable.
Assist with inventory adjustments for items valued under $500.
Perform Cost Roll Maintenance by reviewing item and branch data and entering purchase base costs into Bucket 10 within JDE.
Review, validate, and process invoices in the TCC invoice management system.
Assist with SAP Concur expense report reviews and follow established approval workflows and processes.
Investigate accounting-record discrepancies, follow up on outstanding items, and resolve issues requiring independent analysis and judgment.
Support accounting and administrative initiatives across multiple locations.
Maintain accurate records and documentation in company systems to support data integrity and audit readiness.
Perform data entry for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related accounting functions.
Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to clarify issues, obtain missing information, and complete accounting tasks on time.
Assist with special projects and other accounting-related duties as assigned.