Accounting Assistant

Location: Biddeford, ME

Type: Full-Time

Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join their team! This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with numbers, supporting customers, and contributing to smooth day‑to‑day business operations. If you're looking for a stable opportunity with a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role

In this position, you’ll support accounting, customer service, and general office functions. You'll assist with accounts receivable, accounts payable, basic accounting tasks, and provide customer service support when needed. This is a great opportunity to build your skills across multiple departments and make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

Process customer invoices and payments accurately and on timeHelp resolve billing issues by working with Finance, Customer Service, and SalesScan invoices and maintain related documentationMake collection calls and update A/R aging recordsAssist with meeting cash collection goals

Accounts Payable

Enter and code vendor invoicesProcess credit card paymentsEnter TERs into the systemManage payment schedules, cut checks, and scan completed payables

General Accounting

Reconcile petty cashAssist with bank reconciliations

Customer Service Support

Provide friendly, timely communication with customersFollow up on quotes and sample requestsEnter and track quote/sample dataAnswer questions and help resolve customer needsSupport customer order entry when needed

Reception Backup

Answer multi-line phones in a professional mannerGreet and assist visitorsQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredExperience in AP/AR or customer service preferredProficient with Microsoft OfficeMRP or CRM experience is a plusStrong communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to prioritize and maintain accuracyWhat We're Looking For

Someone who is:

Detail‑oriented and organizedComfortable handling multiple tasksFriendly, professional, and customer-focusedEager to learn and grow

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Biddeford, ME.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Biddeford,ME.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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