Accounting Specialist

ABOUT ELK CREEK FOREST PRODUCTS

Elk Creek Forest Products started in 2001 as Elk Creek Sales in a small distribution yard with two men operating all roles. After over 20 years of steady growth, Elk Creek now occupies a 20-acre facility stocked with over 15 million BF of premium lumber, providing employment for over 90 team members, still aiming to build upon our original root values:

• We believe powerful people empower others.
• We believe a thriving culture is the most important thing.
• We believe our success requires an ownership mentality.
• We believe there is gold in every person.

We are committed to excellence, leadership opportunities, building long-term and sustainable relationships, and our faith. We are committed to our team and providing both personal and professional growth opportunities, while matching your unique skillset to a position that will bring the most value to you and the company.

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your current skillset, innovate with an awesome and diverse team, and you are passionate about making a difference – please connect with us today.

Accounting Specialist

The purpose of this role is to process accounts payable and accounts receivable in a timely manner. This position ensures that all invoices are accurate, have been properly documented, are coded correctly, and have all appropriate approvals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (approx. time spent annually)

• Process invoices daily from shipped sales orders (45%)
• Process AR credit and debit memos in a timely and accurate manner (2.5%)
• Process cash receipts daily (12.5%)
• Respond to customer credit reference requests in a timely manner (.5%)
• Process customer credit applications, including reference checks and setting up customer records in Accounting software (2.0%)
• Process AP transactions in Great Plains (20%)
• Monitor AP email/mail, scan and electronically file and update SharePoint for invoices daily (5%)
• Process AP payments (checks/ACH) daily (10%)
• Handle vendor correspondence and inquiries via phone or email (2.5%)

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enter and maintain accurate customer records in Accounting system
• Maintain electronic records of Certificate of Insurance for trucking companies
• Process new vendor applications
• Maintain electronic database of certificates of insurance and W-9s
• Maintain vendor records in Great Plains, including 1099 records
• Perform filing and copying as needed
• Any other duties as assigned by Supervisor

JOB/ BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• High attention to detail
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment, as well as independently
• Ability to effectively analyze information and problem solve
• Ability to follow up on pending issues
• Strong typing and ten key skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ethical conduct
• Strong initiative
• Quality focus

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in accounts payable and receivable required
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with accounting software required
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or another related field preferred
• Previous lumber knowledge helpful

**Elk Creek Forest Products honors and values the diversity of all individuals and is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law.**

**We are a drug-free workplace, including marijuana, and perform pre-employment assessments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25