What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at HM Cragg?
Position Overview:
The Accounting Clerk is responsible for daily tasks associated with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and customer/supplier account management. This position is essential to the overall success of the company and will provide valuable experience and growth for one who wishes to continue to advance their corporate accounting career.
Reporting Relationship: The Accounting Clerk reports to the Financial Accounting Manager
Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Perform daily uploading of all AP invoices into our system, assigning them to appropriate approvers and following up to ensure all invoices are approved
Perform weekly review of employee credit card transactions to ensure that they are being completed timely and accurately
Prepare weekly supplier payment proposals based on vendor payment terms and submit to Accounting team for approval
Set up new suppliers in the system, including obtaining W-9s and designating 1099 status when applicable
Manage and maintain daily cash receipt applications and electronic bank deposits
Set up new customers in the system, including performing credit checks, obtaining credit references and requesting credit limit amounts
Update customer information in the system, such as addresses and contact info
Load and update tax certificates into Vertex for new and existing customers
Perform daily monitoring of our AP and AR inboxes
Support front office as a backup for answering phones
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Skills/Knowledge:
Knowledge of general accounting principles
Efficient in using ERP and CRM systems
Knowledge of IFS software is a plus
Efficient in using Microsoft Suite of products including Excel and Word
Strong communication and organizational skills
Personal Attributes:
Demonstrates honesty, confidentiality, and integrity in work and relationships
Demonstrates servant-based principles to build strong relationships with internal and external customers
Demonstrates innovation/creativity in work
Possesses strong work ethic and takes ownership of both company and client goals/objectives
Driven to understand, meet and exceed customer/supplier expectations
Focuses on collaboration and teamwork for the mutual success of the company and its employees
Willingly offers support and help to other colleagues in times of need
Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize multiple tasks
Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with a diverse population
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work in an organized, self-directed manner
Travel Expectations: No travel expected
Posting Qualifications:
Associates degree with an Accounting focus preferred
2 years prior experience with bookkeeping and/or accounting
At HM Cragg, we invest in your growth with training, tuition assistance, and development opportunities, including the potential for advancement within the company. As an employee-owner, you'll receive shares of stock in our company each year that you meet eligibility requirements. You'll enjoy additional benefits such as PTO and paid holidays, company-paid Life and Disability insurance, 401k match, and contributions to Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
