We are looking for an Accounting Assoicate to join a team in Bridgeton, Missouri on a Contract basis. This position supports core accounting activities with an emphasis on receivables, customer follow-up, and credit documentation, while also assisting with payables and daily cash activity. The role is well suited for someone who is organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing a range of accounting tasks in a lower-volume environment that offers broad exposure across functions. Responsibilities: • Oversee customer account administration, including setting up new records, updating account details, and applying incoming payments accurately. • Drive collections efforts by communicating with customers, resolving outstanding balances, and maintaining timely follow-up on receivables. • Assemble and organize customer financial details, credit references, and related documentation for management review in support of credit evaluations. • Assist with internal credit and insurance coordination by tracking required information and helping maintain supporting records. • Process vendor invoices and ensure payable transactions are entered accurately and routed according to established procedures. • Support payment activities by assisting with check processing and scheduled disbursement runs. • Record daily banking transactions, including deposits and other cash activity, to help maintain accurate financial records. • Contribute to account reconciliation and other general accounting functions, including support for billing-related tasks and month-end close activities. • Provide light administrative and operational assistance, such as ordering office supplies and coordinating outside vendor services when needed.

• At least 2 years of experience in accounting support roles with exposure to both accounts receivable and accounts payable. • Practical knowledge of collections activities, billing support, and routine account reconciliation work. • Experience using accounting software or ERP systems to manage financial transactions and records. • Strong Excel skills with the ability to review, update, and navigate spreadsheets efficiently. • Ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders, particularly regarding payment follow-up. • Familiarity with credit support processes, including gathering background information for review, is preferred. • Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

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Bridgeton, MO
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assoicate to join a team in Bridgeton, Missouri on a Contract basis. This position supports core accounting activities with an emphasis on receivables, customer follow-up, and credit documentation, while also assisting with payables and daily cash activity. The role is well suited for someone who is organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing a range of accounting tasks in a lower-volume environment that offers broad exposure across functions. Responsibilities: • Oversee customer account administration, including setting up new records, updating account details, and applying incoming payments accurately. • Drive collections efforts by communicating with customers, resolving outstanding balances, and maintaining timely follow-up on receivables. • Assemble and organize customer financial details, credit references, and related documentation for management review in support of credit evaluations. • Assist with internal credit and insurance coordination by tracking required information and helping maintain supporting records. • Process vendor invoices and ensure payable transactions are entered accurately and routed according to established procedures. • Support payment activities by assisting with check processing and scheduled disbursement runs. • Record daily banking transactions, including deposits and other cash activity, to help maintain accurate financial records. • Contribute to account reconciliation and other general accounting functions, including support for billing-related tasks and month-end close activities. • Provide light administrative and operational assistance, such as ordering office supplies and coordinating outside vendor services when needed.
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z