What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at COLUMBIA GRAIN?
Job Details
Description
Organizational Background:
Columbia Grain International, LLC is a global leader in the origination, processing, logistics and distribution of high-quality bulk grains, pulses, edible beans, oilseeds, and organics for domestic and worldwide export markets. Our vertically integrated company is headquartered in Portland, OR, and we own and operate over 60 facilities including grain elevators and pulse processing plants across WA, ID, MT, NE, and ND.
At all levels of our organization, our employees are some of the most experienced and knowledgeable in the industry. We've spent over 40 years cultivating lasting partnerships with a wide network of producers and the local communities surrounding our facilities, which enables us to source the highest quality product to "make markets" and fulfill our mission of nourishing the world, safely.
Position Description:
The primary responsibility of the Accounting Clerk will be processing and accounts receivable (A/R), matching invoices to purchase orders and/or vouchers, and general forms of data entry. The Accounting Clerk will work with the other members of the accounting team to work toward operational goals while maintaining quality and efficiencies.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department.
- Manage, prepare, and organize workflow of invoices, documents, and checks.
- Reconcile customer accounts receivable (A/R) statements.
- Verify and process details of business transactions and post to general ledger, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Review and reconcile accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.
- Perform month end procedures.
- Work with merchandisers to ensure accuracy and collectability of settlement invoice.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, Education and Experience:
- Associate degree or relevant accounting experience.
- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and assignments with deadlines.
- Knowledge of computer systems and solid PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Proficient and hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels within the company, vendors, and customers.
- Ability to uphold and maintain discretion and care regarding confidential and sensitive personnel and company information.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptive to successfully achieve the function of the position.
Benefits Offered:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and RX benefits
- Company paid life insurance and disability
- Flexible spending plans
- Employee assistance program
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required.
Columbia Grain is an Equal Opportunity Employer
