Accounting Assistant

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

Overview of the Company –

D-Line USA is a world-class producer of innovative cable management products.  With a parent company in England, D-Line products are used by trades persons and homeowners to hide cables and cords in 25 countries. 

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

To support on-going business development, an Accounting Assistant would be capable of bookkeeping duties, light tax work, and assisting in the management of HR benefits. The role will work closely with the Controller, Logistics, Production and Sales.  This is a full-time position.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES:

• Basic Financial Tasks
  • Raising Invoices
  • Paying Suppliers
  • Maintaining the Cash Book
  • Reconciling Customer/Supplier/Bank Accounts
  • Researching any Customer or Supplier Issues
  • Reconciling Temporary Labor Hours and Billing
  • Other Financial Analysis or Administrative tasks as deemed required
• Tax Work
  • Work with external accountants to provide supporting documentation for tax filings
  • Provide required tax documents to Customers and Suppliers as needed
• HR / Benefits
  • Assist with any paperwork required for the administration of employee benefits

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Thorough understanding of bookkeeping practices and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and advanced Excel user.
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Accuracy inputting data, using Excel spreadsheets, and being detailed/organized.
• Accurate in providing reports on deadlines.
• Ability to be a self-starter on projects and a team player with other departments.
• Logical analysis when working on various forms of documentation.
• Excellent communication skills and learning on the job.
• Complete reports such as Weekly Sales Reporting and Payroll Labor Costs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Associate’s Degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Two to four years of related experience desired, but will consider a candidate with less experience.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping procedures.
• Experience with Excel and spreadsheets and Microsoft Office.

HELPFUL BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of Sage or other accounting software.
• Ability to work with other currencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

We offer a competitive salary with good prospects for development in our fast-growing company. D-Line USA also offers the following benefits:

• Paid Vacation Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid PTO (Personal Time Off)
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Company Paid Short and Long -Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• LiveHealth Online (24/7 Telemedicine Program)
• Employee Assistance Program

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.