Accounting Clerk

The successful applicant must be very organized, detailed oriented, accurate and versatile. They must be comfortable working on a computer all day and have excellent Microsoft Excel skills including formulas. They must be able to work the 1st thru the 10th of the month with minimal time off as that is our billing time. They must have prior accounting experience, possess great customer service and people skills and meet deadlines.

Job Description:

We are looking for a candidate with prior accounting experience that is looking to establish themselves in a family-oriented company. This is a position in which the applicant process the daily accounts receivables, accounts payable, billing and maintaining our membership and supplier accounts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality
• Understanding accounts receivables and ensuring daily deposits balance as well as collections, if needed
• Understanding accounts payable process including vendor interaction
• Reconciling and billing out monthly third-party statements to our members
• Reconcile G/L accounts monthly and research discrepancies
• Promote our buying group to existing and potential customers
• Maintain high levels of accuracy in daily operations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to set and meet deadlines
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Detail oriented, resourceful
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate and work with management staff
• Ability to interpret and understand accounting practices and apply them accordingly
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Ability to Analyze Data
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Excellent attendance record

Education / Experience Requirements / Preferences

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 3+ years’ experience in accounting required (accounts payable/receivables along with understanding GL accounts)
• Must be proficient in Word and Excel

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newton, IA 50208: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person