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Job Title: Accountant - Accounts Receivable Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM About the Role We're seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to support the full AR cycle, including reconciliations, journal entries, cash applications, and month-end close. This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys working in a fast-paced, process-driven environment. Key Responsibilities • Reconcile cash, AR, chargeback, bank, and general ledger accounts. • Research and resolve account discrepancies and outstanding items. • Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close. • Process and review settlements and related payments. • Maintain accurate records in compliance with GAAP and SOX requirements. • Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. • Partner with internal teams to resolve billing and receivable issues. • Support process improvements and ensure deadlines are met. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. • 1+ year of accounting experience preferred, ideally with AR and GL exposure. • Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close. • Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles. • Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Infor FSM, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems. • Familiarity with SOX compliance. • Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. • Audit exposure and process improvement experience are a plus. Work Environment Professional office setting with onsite amenities, including a cafeteria and gym. The team operates in a fast-paced environment with opportunities to contribute to new projects and gain additional experience. Business casual attire. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $32.70/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN. 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® Platinum Award 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. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Requirements

Must-haves

Reconcile cash, AR, chargeback, bank, and general ledger accounts.
Research and resolve account discrepancies and outstanding items.
Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close.
Process and review settlements and related payments.
Maintain accurate records in compliance with GAAP and SOX requirements.
Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Partner with internal teams to resolve billing and receivable issues.
Support process improvements and ensure deadlines are met.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.
Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles.
Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables.

Nice-to-haves

1+ year of accounting experience preferred, ideally with AR and GL exposure.
Experience with Infor FSM, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.
Familiarity with SOX compliance.
Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
Audit exposure and process improvement experience are a plus.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.
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
Short and long-term disability

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