Accounting Clerk | Gaithersburg, MD | Contract Why this company? · Aston Carter is hiring for a temporary accounting clerk in Gaithersburg! This is an opportunity to also work directly with a controller. Details: · Location: Gaithersburg, MD · 100% On-site · Monday-Friday · 8am-4:30pm · 2-month contract Necessary Skills · 2+ years of accounting experience. · Solid experience and understanding of AP and AR. · Strong attention to detail, quick learner, team player mentality. · 3-way matching experience in accounts payable. A day in the role… · Process accounts payable transactions. · Obtain approvals required for miscellaneous invoices and enter invoice into the system. · Maintain the AP email box. · File AP invoices. · Process supplier invoices and perform a 3-way match against PO and receiving transactions. · Prepare check run - match invoices and checks for signature, mail signed checks. · Perform filing and maintenance of AP and PR records. · Enter Non-Check AP payments into system. · Process customer invoices and enter them into customer portal. · Send out customer statements. · Follow up on past due customer payments. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.