The Accounting Generalist will be responsible for general accounting responsibilities for full cycle accounts receivables and accounts payables. Duties will include:
Accounts Receivable
- Prepare and manage accurate invoicing for clients including monthly internal intercompany invoicing; timely application of all cash receipts.
- Weekly statements and follow-up for collection of outstanding invoices.
- Weekly management AR collection reports with notes and updates.
- New customer account setup and maintenance, along with credit checks as required.
- Handle all customer-related issues and inquiries.
- Act as a backup to full cycle AP position.
- Other administrative duties as assigned.
Accounts Payable
- Perform and assist with general monthly account reconciliation.
- Manage and pay bills as required through online banking platform.
- Ensure full-cycle accounts payable is processed accurately and timely.
- Manage/maintain accounts payables processes and procedures.
- Post invoices and credit card transactions in a timely manner.
- Maintain records and work with vendors to resolve payment issues.
Month End
- Participate in month-end closing process, including general monthly account reconciliation.
- Reconcile, adjust and maintain balance sheet and income statement accounts for monthly financial statement review.
- Participate in monthly financial statement review and analysis.
THE SKILLSET:
- 3 – 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience working independently and successfully within full-cycle AR and AP.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
- Experience with ERP would be ideal; ability to quickly learn and grasp new software.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word, advanced level of knowledge with Excel formulas, VLookup, Pivot Tables and report development required.
- Proven experience in maintaining accounting records.
- Proven experience in detailed numerical computations, reports, and account reconciliations.
- A positive attitude toward teamwork and strong relational skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Resourceful and a problem solver.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to establish & manage priorities with a drive to complete assigned tasks.
- Accurate typing, attention to detail a must.
THE SUCCESS FACTORS:
- Effective listener and communicator.
- Resourceful.
- Great attention to detail with high level of accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- High level of attendance.
- Team-oriented.
- Positive attitude.
- Ability to quickly adapt to change.
- Organized.
- Excellent work ethic.
- Self-directed.