Accounting Clerk

Job Description Summary

• The Accounting clerk will be responsible for plant level accounting functions. This position will exercise discretion and independent judgment concerning a multitude of accounting tasks, disseminates and educates regarding company policy, ensures legal compliance requirements, assists management in reviewing balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports, analyzes issues, and assists in problem resolution.

Key functions:

• Accounts Receivables and Payables – Customer maintenance, coordinate orders, ensures invoice accuracy, proper recording of sales
• Purchasing – Oversee purchase orders, receiving and works closely with department managers to coordinate proper invoice coding and postings
• Inventory – General understanding of inventory data flow

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance or minimum of 5 years accounting experience
• Working knowledge and experience with all aspects of financial accounting, business law, internal controls, and credit collections
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, ability to work as a team member
• Solid working knowledge of all MS Office programs, especially proficient with Excel, familiarity with ERP accounting software packages   
• Familiar with SOX compliance and high ethical and professional standards