Hybrid Accounting Specialist

Job Title:

Accounting Specialist

Job Description

As an Accounting Specialist, you will perform daily operational activities including managing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and cash reconciliations. You will assist in posting member payments in the policy administration system and help with daily cash management with banks. Additionally, your role will involve balancing cash to transactions, assisting with Accounts Payable Processing, Unclaimed Property Filings, and monthly reinsurance activities. You will also be responsible for completing requirements for the annual audit of the organization's financial statements.

Responsibilities

+ Perform daily operations activities in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.

+ Manage cash reconciliations and assist in posting member payments.

+ Assist with daily cash management and balancing cash to transactions.

+ Support Accounts Payable Processing and Unclaimed Property Filings.

+ Assist with monthly reinsurance activities.

+ Complete requirements for annual financial statement audits.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

+ Proficiency in cash application and journal entries.

+ Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

+ Proficiency in invoicing and accounting processes.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

+ Over 2 years of accounting experience, particularly in AP/AR and cash reconciliations.

+

Experience with ERP systems.

Work Environment

Join a small, dynamic accounting team located in Arden Hills, MN. The team works four days in the office and has the option to work from home on Fridays. The typical work hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM on Fridays. Enjoy a unique work culture that includes happy hours in the office on Friday afternoons, offering a balanced and engaging work-life experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Arden Hills, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.65/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 hybrid position in Arden Hills,MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2026.

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 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 (%20astoncarter)  for other accommodation options.