Accounting Specialist

Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Location: North Brunswick, New Jersey

Pay: $25 - $28 an hour

A highly reputable manufacturing company is seeking a Accounting Specialist to join their team! This role includes a large range of duties including full‑cycle accounts payable, invoice processing, reconciliations, general ledger journal entries, utilizing a large ERP system, Microsoft Excel formulas, and much more.

• Review vendor invoices as received and match them to packing lists from Receiving.
• Compare vendor invoices to ERP system receipts and purchase orders for accuracy.
• Research and follow up on any invoice discrepancies with vendors or Supply Chain.
• Enter invoices into the ERP system and ensure non‑tangible invoices have purchase orders and approvals.
• Maintain organized files of vendor invoices and credits, and prepare invoices for payment twice each month.
• Review AP Aging reports to ensure all invoices are paid and credits applied.
• Prepare AP Batch reports for review and payment approval.
• Print AP checks for signature, including supporting documentation and batch summary sheets.
• Prepare signed checks for mailing and review vendor statements to resolve discrepancies.
• Contact vendors for missing invoices and investigate pricing or quantity discrepancies.
• Resolve immediate non‑batch payments with the Accounting Manager.
• Conduct monthly reviews of un‑invoiced receipts and determine procedures for older receipts.
• Process all DMR receipts in the ERP system and add new vendors to the ERP system.
• Request necessary forms from vendors and manage year‑end 1099 forms.
• Provide tax‑exempt certificates to vendors when needed.
• Participate in processing vendor credit applications and supervise Accounts Payable Assistant.
• Adhere to company standards and participate in projects and special assignments.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 1‑5 years of GL accounting experience
• Experience with reconciliations
• Accounts payable experience
• Experience using a large ERP system (SAP strongly preferred)
• Experience with Microsoft Excel formulas

• Great benefits package
• Work‑life balance
• Clear career growth path
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  Location:
  
  Contract to Hire position based out of North Brunswick, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 North Brunswick, NJ.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

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 Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond 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 astoncarter for other accommodation options.