Accounting Intern

Job Title : Accounting Intern

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Intern that will be responsible for processing vendor invoices and maintaining the integrity of our Finance department’s invoice payment process. This role involves ensuring all invoices have proper documentation, validating expense invoices, and assisting with month-end accruals.

Responsibilities

Enter invoices into the Accounts Payable system and ensure all invoices have proper backup prior to processing.

Maintain invoices and related support in digital format in accordance with departmental requirements for audit purposes.

Validate expense invoices for proper approval and General Ledger codes by referring to the company approval authorization matrix and policies.

Assist in determining month-end accruals for expenses that are received but not paid, and provide documentation to the accounting team.

Review vendor statements to ensure all invoices are received and paid in a timely manner.

Communicate with internal and external customers, such as plant personnel, Procurement, accountants, and vendor personnel, to resolve inquiries.

Provide reports to communicate volume metrics and alert management of any delay in vendor payments that could impact business operations.

Open and distribute incoming A / P emails to appropriate departments for GL coding and approval.

Perform other duties as requested by management.

Essential Skills

Experience with document control, regulatory documents, data entry, and administrative support.

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Effective communication skills across various mediums and settings.

Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.

Teamwork skills, with an understanding of working effectively within a group.

Good organizational skills with the discipline to meet deadlines accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Ability to develop alternative solutions and direct their implementation.

Capacity to understand and follow company policies.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site, requiring collaboration with various departments and adherence to internal controls to satisfy audit requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cordova, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 / hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cordova,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

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.

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.