Accounting Associate

FAIT DISTRIBUTION SUMMARY

Fait Distribution is a family-owned and operated wholesale contact lens distributor and buying group. We pride ourselves in projecting a professional image to our customers that is both confident and enthusiastic. Our commitment to exceeding customer expectations and creating long lasting relationships is driven by our dedicated Associates. Being part of a family-owned company like Fait Distribution is something special. We’re a close-knit company where Associates are valued and truly drive and make an impact on our success. There are always exciting and new opportunities for you to advance your career and grow within our company. At Fait Distribution you will find a supportive and fast-paced environment with a fun work culture. We trust you will find employment here challenging, yet highly rewarding.

QUALIFICATIONS/ABILITIES:

· A degree or courses taken towards Accounting, Finance or the equivalent in relevant work experience preferred.

· 2 years of experience in a professional business environment.

· Aptitude and desire to continue learning new things.

· Exhibit a true team player attitude; personable, professional, flexible, with a high level of integrity.

· Ability to manage time through multi-tasking. Must be flexible and work well under pressure and easily adapt to change.

· Entail strong written and verbal communications, along with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

· Proficiency In Excel.

· Experience with Filepro beneficial.

· High levels of personal accountability; an ability to be responsible for your own actions.

· Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; an ability to assimilate knowledge, and then take appropriate action.

· Confidence and high levels of accomplishment.

RESPONSIBILITIES – HOW THIS POSITION SUPPORTS THE VISION include the following, but are not limited to:

· Responsible for answering and handling customer accounting calls and emails.

· Assist with internal credit card process.

· Processes reconciliations for shipping invoices.

· Reconcile and calculate monthly vendor statements.

· Keys daily worksheets to the system.

· Inserts checks and invoices into envelopes for mailing.

· Assist with monthly billing process – may include weekends

· Assists in effectively researching, tracking, and resolving (or properly referring) accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.

· Maintains regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions.

· Assists Accounting Department personnel as needed.

· Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

· Attends and participates in meetings as required.

· Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.

· Completes special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.

· Assist with Accounts Payable and Receivable functions.

· Handle customer accounts receivable.

· Other duties as assigned.

· Work as a team with all functional work areas.

INDICATORS OF PERFORMANCE

· Timely communications.

· Harmony within each functional team.

· Positive perception of support from internal customers.

IMPROVING THE SYSTEM

All Fait Associates are responsible for documenting and fixing problems within the system. In addition, this role is responsible for improvement project participation, planning, communicating and implementing solutions where possible.

PERSONAL IMPROVEMENT

Fait will provide resources and support, relevant to the position, for education and training as needed. It is the Associate’s responsibility to seek approval, schedule and participate in education and/or training that will prepare him/her for present and future needs. A post training recap may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person