What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Clerk position at Park Aerospace Corporation?
Job Summary
This position is going to provide general accounting support for the Accounting Department. This position is responsible for completing various general accounting functions as required, including maintaining accounting document files and being responsible for all aspects of the Accounts Receivable and Payroll functions.
Essential Job Functions
- Responsible for all general ledger account reconciliations as required by company procedures.
- Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
- Assist in the completion of all month-end requirements.
- Prepares monthly accounting reports at management’s request.
- Handles the tracking of commissions and prepares payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.
- Responsible for all aspects of the Accounts Receivable function.
- Assist with external and internal audit requirements.
- Assist with the preparation of all quarterly and fiscal year end schedule requirements.
Other Job Duties
- Prepares general ledger account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
- Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
- Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
- Answers accounting questions from internal customers and departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
- Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
- Acts as the back-up for the Accounts Payable function.
- Completes special projects and request from management by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.
- Participates in the monthly physical inventory count process.
- Other duties as required.
Education/Experience/Skills Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is highly preferred.
- 3 – 5 years’ experience in general accounting is preferred.
- Strong general accounting skills and knowledge in accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger and payroll.
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Communicate effectively with employees and customers.
- Strong organizational and planning skills. Strong multi-tasking skills.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond quickly to questions from groups of managers, clients, customer and the general public.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
- Ability to perform basic and more complicated mathematic fundamentals – add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
- Ability to us PC computers and have command of Microsoft software – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and others as needed – including accounting systems. Use of company computer systems (as trained).
- Positive customer service and ability to work with others in a team setting.
- Understanding of the inner workings of the company and can answer questions asked by internal and external customers.
- Ability to apply logic in problem solving for both internal and external customers.
- Strong motivation and self-starting initiative is required.
- Strong problem-solving skills are essential.
- Ability to operate effectively in a time-sensitive environment in order to meet deadlines.
- Ability to be fair and ethical in all facets of the work environment
Training Requirements
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Attend required safety and environmental training as determined by the EH&S office.
- Participate in accounting seminars/training as determined by the Accounting Department.
Physical Requirements
- Job requires lifting of product/supplies ranging from minimal to 15 pounds on occasional basis.
- Individual will be required to be mobile with bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping and crouching.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22