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Job Title: Accounting Clerk Job Description This temporary, in-office role in Manhattan supports the finance and operations team during a planned leave of absence. The Accounting Clerk accurately processes financial data, assists with bookkeeping tasks, and provides general administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Responsibilities + Review daily bank activity and support weekly reconciliation checks to ensure accurate financial records. + Process vendor bills and maintain timely, accurate data entry in QuickBooks. + Assist with payment processing and expense tracking to support accounts payable and general finance activities. + Prepare monthly sales reports and commission packages for review and approval. + Send remittances and support general accounts payable activities as needed. + Provide backup support for QuickBooks entries and finance administration tasks. + Create and send formal purchase orders and QuickBooks quotes when required. + Perform basic data entry and maintain organized financial and administrative records. + Provide general administrative support to the finance and operations team as required. Essential Skills + Prior hands-on experience with QuickBooks. + Background in bookkeeping or finance administration. + Proficiency with basic Microsoft Excel functions. + Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. + Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision. + High level of organization, reliability, and follow-through. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience supporting accounts payable processes, including vendor bill processing and remittances. + Familiarity with preparing sales reports and commission calculations. + Experience with administrative support in a finance or operations environment. + Comfort working in a structured, part-time weekly schedule over an 18u201320 week temporary assignment. Work Environment This is an on-site role based in Manhattan with a structured 32-hour work week. The typical schedule is Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You will work in an office environment using QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and standard office tools to support finance and operations. The setting is collaborative yet allows for independent work, with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and timely completion of financial and administrative tasks. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 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 ClearlyRated Best of Staffingu00ae 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 ( ) for other accommodation options.