Accounting Generalist

Accounting Generalist

Accounting Dept.

Full-time

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Purpose: Perform general accounting duties including customer invoicing and payment application, credit and collections, accounts payable invoice and payment processing, and customer and vendor account management.

• Comprehensive understanding of customer invoicing, credit and collections, cash application, and accounts payable processing.
• Great interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers and peers.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Problem recognition and solution skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest and percentages.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Distribute Accounts Receivable statements to customers in a timely fashion while ensuring accuracy.
• Make calls regarding overdue accounts and send written communications as appropriate.
• Research and solve payment discrepancies.
• Make adjustments to accounts as needed.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding credit practices and account balances.
• Utilize software capabilities to support and enhance collection practices.
• Educate and inform Sales, CSR’s, Accounting and other personnel on receivable or credit issues.
• Prepare deposits.
• Apply customer payments.
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of Accounts Receivable file.
• Review freight invoices for accuracy and post cost to jobs.
• Generate customer invoices in compliance with established procedures and customer instructions.
• Process accounts payable invoices and vendor payments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds or greater.
• Extensive sitting required.
• Extensive use of computer and mouse.
• Extensive use of the telephone required.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Job Requirements:

• Maintain a safe work environment for yourself as well as others.
• Keep workstation clean and organized.
• Occasional overtime may be required.
• Attendance is essential in this position; must be reliable, dependable and punctual.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years’ experience in corporate accounting department or manufacturing customer service.

Work Environment:

This is an onsite working position in an office environment. The noise level is usually moderate.

AAP/EEO Statement:

WW&L provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18