Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist

Overview
The Accounts Payables/Receivables Specialist will handle all the A/P & A/R accounting functions of the organization including, but not limited to the preparation of financial statements, collecting & filing data from HR for the quarterly and annual statements/reports, & utilizing accounting software (Sage 100). This position reports directly to the president of the organization and will prepare all documents, including payroll reports (provided by Human Resources), for the outside CPA firm in preparation of annual tax returns. Confidentiality of all company and personnel information are required.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of an associate degree in accounting or related field with at least five (5) consecutive years of proven experience in this type of bookkeeping role, proficient in accounting software, & excellent math skills. Candidate will have an aptitude for business, be detail oriented, and have experience with and an understanding of financial statements and tax returns.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions of the Job (including, but not limited to):

• Responsible for the accounting duties (A/P, A/R, General Ledger, Sales, Inventory Management, Bank Reconciliation, ACH, Electronic Deposits, and other)
• Accounts Payables: entering invoices from vendors, receipt of goods, schedule payments (Sage, excel, & outlook), consignment (tracking, paying, adjusting, & generate various vendor reports), reconcile credit card payments, new vendor set-up, set-up and monitoring reoccurring monthly & quarterly payments, other essential functions.
• Accounts Receivable: releasing invoices (daily), receipt of payments (check, ACH, bank wire, credit card), reconcile credit card receipts, bank reconciliation (3 accounts), generate sales reports, new customer set-up, calculate commissions, other essential functions.
• Inventory: inventory adjustments, consignment, assisting in annual inventory, working alongside inventory control, & other essential functions
• Ability to Understand: balance sheet, income statement, and other financial reports
• Update & maintain the general ledger (ensure accuracy)
• Create reports & returns as well as collect & file monthly and quarterly tax statements.
• Understand and monitor the Inventory, Purchasing, and Sales Departments
• Proficient in Excel
• Other Duties as Assigned

Relevant Skills (including, but not limited to):

• Understanding accounting best practices
• Math Skills
• Knowledge of accounting software (ex: SAGE)
• Data entry skills
• High attention to detail with excellent organization skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook) and other software
• Produce work with a high level of accuracy

Characteristics (including, but not limited to):

• Integrity (Honest and Reliable), Professional, and Ability to Keep Information Confidential
• Willingness and Ability to take on challenges with a Positive Attitude
• Ability to work together on a team
• Ability to recognize & question “red” flags
• Detail Oriented, Organized, and Focused
• Ability to solve problems, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally, written and/or by other means
• Ability to document, record, track and analyze information

Requirements (including, but not limited to):

• Confidentiality of all company and personnel information
• Associate’s degree in accounting (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Five (5) consecutive years of proven work experience with Accounts Payables & Receivables
• 40-hour work week (Monday-Friday; 8:00a – 4:30p), occasional OT, but rare
• Computer Experience- (ex: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Accounting Software & other)
• Pre-employment Drug Test, Background & Credit Checks, and Post Offer Physical
• Ability to follow, understand, and maintain compliance with our company’s employee handbook, in addition to other various policies, procedures, & laws (state & federal) that may apply to our company.

Wages & Benefits (Permanent Employee Status) (including, but not limited to):

· Hourly wages (DOE $25-$29 per hour)

· Bonuses

· Medical insurance (BCBS 100%)

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· 8 paid holidays (including Birthday Holiday)

· Other

We offer a benefits package to permanent employees that includes: 100% BCBS medical insurance (to employee), paid time off (PTO), 8 annual paid holidays (including birthday holiday), bonuses, employee reward programs, and a great working environment.

TO APPLY: Email or Mail resume with cover letter and any significant credentials, including copy of college transcripts to PO Box 490, Herrin, IL 62948, ATTN: Accounts Payables/Receivables Specialist.

If you are ready to contribute your expertise in accounts payable/receivable management within a dynamic team environment, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime pay
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $29