Accounting Associate

Description

Entry-level and experienced staff accounting position responsible for assisting the accounting department in creating accurate and timely financial records for the organization. This position reports to the VP – Finance.

Essential Functions will include some to all of the following:

· Process customer invoices and vendor settlements

· Manage all customer, supplier, vendor, trucker account setups

· Maintain all account ID’s in all systems including setups, changes, updates, and any questions that may arise

· Process accounts payable disbursements

· Process cash receipts and payment applications

· Record bank transactions, as necessary/reconcile bank statements

· Make journal entries as directed

· Answer questions from vendors, customers and employees about their bills and invoices

· Perform account reconciliation analysis on assets and liability accounts

· Assist in monthly, quarterly and annual reports and schedules/ Assist with month end close

· Perform general administration requests as needed

· Perform project based duties as directed from the accounting manager and/or CAO

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED), required. Associate degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of related accounting experience, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications. (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.

Physical Demands

· Frequent sitting, use of computer, communication via telephone

· Ability to navigate an office environment.

· Must be able to lift up to 20lbs.