Job Summary

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for accurately matching incoming invoices to the correct purchase orders, ensuring proper documentation, and supporting the accounts payable process. This role ensures financial accuracy, strengthens internal controls, and helps maintain efficient vendor payment workflows.

Key ResponsibilitiesReview and match vendor invoices to the appropriate purchase orders, ensuring correct quantities, pricing, terms, and coding prior to processing for payment.Investigate discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor statements; collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and vendors to resolve issues promptly.Accurately enter matched and approved invoices into the accounting or ERP system in a timely manner to support weekly and monthly AP cycles.Maintain organized digital and physical records of purchase orders, invoices, and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal controls.Communicate with internal departments (procurement, operations, warehouse/receiving) to obtain missing documentation or clarify order details as needed.Support month-end close activities, including verifying outstanding purchase orders, preparing accrual lists, and reconciling AP-related transactions.Assist with vendor management tasks, such as responding to inquiries, providing payment status updates, and supporting statement reconciliations.Participate in continuous process improvements to streamline invoice matching, reduce errors, and strengthen accuracy across the AP process.QualificationsHigh school diploma required; associate degree in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred.1–3 years of accounting or accounts payable experience preferred.Familiarity with purchase orders, receiving processes, and invoice workflows.Experience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) is a plus.Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and vendors.Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and document management systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New Berlin, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.50/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 New Berlin,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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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