Accountant

Job Title: Accountant Purchased Receivables Job Description
This position focuses on supporting the Purchased and Factored Receivables function by managing the accounting, reconciliation, analysis, and ongoing administration of purchased receivable activity. The role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who is comfortable working with large volumes of financial data and has the analytical skills to research discrepancies and ensure accurate transaction recording. Candidates with experience in accounts receivable, reconciliations, financial accounting, loan or receivables accounting, or other transaction-heavy accounting environments will find this role a strong fit.
Responsibilities
- Perform accounting and reconciliation activities related to purchased receivables.
- Review and analyze receivable transactions to ensure accuracy and appropriate accounting treatment.
- Reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies or variances in a timely manner.
- Prepare and post journal entries related to receivable activity.
- Research transaction-level issues and work through discrepancies to resolution.
- Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation for purchased receivables.
- Assist with month-end close activities and ensure assigned accounts are reconciled within established deadlines.
- Analyze financial data to identify unusual activity, trends, or inconsistencies.
- Partner with internal teams to resolve accounting and receivable-related issues.
- Ensure all work complies with established accounting procedures and internal controls.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel and internal accounting systems to analyze, reconcile, and report financial information.
Essential Skills
- Previous experience in accounting, accounts receivable, financial services, or a similar transaction-heavy environment.
- Hands-on experience performing account reconciliations and financial analysis.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits, credits, and journal entries.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reconciliation.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in researching and resolving discrepancies.
- High attention to detail and accuracy when working with large volumes of financial data.
- Ability to independently investigate issues and drive them through to resolution.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and collaborating with internal teams.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience with enterprise accounting systems, such as Oracle, is a plus.
- Background in financial statement preparation or financial reporting is beneficial.
- Ability to identify unusual activity or trends in financial data and communicate insights clearly.
- Comfort working in a transaction-heavy accounting environment with structured procedures and controls.
- Motivation to build a long-term career path and gain a strong foothold within a successful organization.
Work Environment
This role is based 100% in-office, Monday through Friday, in Nashville, TN. The position operates in a professional corporate environment that relies heavily on Microsoft Excel and enterprise accounting systems to manage and analyze large volumes of financial data. The work involves structured accounting procedures, regular month-end close activities, and collaboration with internal teams to resolve issues. The setting offers a stable, office-based schedule and the opportunity to gain a strong foothold with a successful organization.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.16 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

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® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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