What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Dedon Inc?
DEDON, Inc., a recognized leader in luxury design and manufacturing, is seeking an Accounting Specialist, reporting to the US Controller. This position will be based out of our High Point North Carolina Corporate office. Founded in 1990, DEDON became the first company to weave synthetic fiber into luxury outdoor designs, setting a global standard of quality and innovation that informs its evolution to this day. DEDON's vision is to redefine outdoor living through an attention to design and comfort. With global headquarters in Germany and sales offices all over the world, DEDON, Inc., is looking for a candidate that is eager to be a part of an established local Finance Team.
1. JOB SUMMARY
The Accounting Specialist is responsible for preparing and reviewing financial documents, reports, and statements. They oversee specific accounting procedures and advise on general financial matters. Such knowledge can apply across the company as needed, such as in budgeting or cash flow management techniques.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
- Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries.
- Post transactions to journals, ledgers, and other records.
- Provide supporting documentation for audits.
- Analyzes accounting records for completeness and conformance to standards defined within the department.
- Review records of accounts and input entries into proper accounts and ensure accuracy.
- Performing day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables' data.
- Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
- Assisting the accounting department in daily, monthly and annual reporting activities.
- Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
Other Responsibilities:
- Contributes to team objectives and achievements.
- Promotes a work environment of partner engagement, team spirit and a healthy relationship among personnel within the department and the whole organization.
- Promotes a clean and safe work environment by implementing the Company’s health and safety programs.
- Promotes the DEDON image by conducting all duties and responsibilities in the most ethical manner.
- Protects the confidentiality of all information classified as such.
REQUIREMENTS and SKILLS
- Similar experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or relevant role in accounting preferred.
- Excellent use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; very good with spreadsheets.
- Knowledge of an accounting information system is a plus.
- Good math skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
