Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to provide administrative support and assist with basic financial tasks. This role is primarily administrative, with accounting responsibilities introduced over time based on experience and comfort level. It offers a great opportunity for growth into an accounting role while contributing to the smooth operation of a busy office.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, greet visitors, and manage incoming/outgoing mail.
• Organize and maintain physical and digital files, including delivery tickets, contracts, and internal forms.
• Assist with meeting scheduling, calendar management, and internal communications.
• Monitor and order office supplies; coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Input operational and administrative data into internal systems with accuracy.
• Assist with job tracking, project documentation, and internal reporting.
• Gradually assist with invoice processing and payment tracking.
• Help maintain organized records for financial audits and reporting.
• Support expense documentation and reconciliation.
• Learn and assist with basic accounting software functions.

Essential Skills

• Accounts payable
• Accounting
• Data entry
• Administrative support
• General ledger
• Invoice processing
• Accounts receivable
• Team player willing to wear multiple hats

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 12 years of administrative experience in an office or industrial setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Environment

You will join a team of four in an office space within a family-owned business. You will work closely with the HR Manager and CFO on various tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicopee, Massachusetts.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $31.25/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 Chicopee,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

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 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.