ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Description

Position at Empire Packing

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Description

Key responsibilities are to work closely with operations and accounting management, to assure the maintenance of internal control procedures, standards, and compliance as it pertains to the Sarbanes Oxley Act and to ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Processing and researching non-PO invoices.

2. Researching vendor accounts for activity, payments, deductions, credits, write-offs.

*This includes maintaining all proper documentation is in order.

3. Communicating with vendors on payment status and invoicing issues.

4. Researching Goods Received issues and identifying unmatched invoices.

5. Set up new vendor accounts.

6. Ensure invoices are entered in correct Accounting period, especially at end of month.

7. Backing up for other areas and departments as needed.

8. Other duties as required by management and supervision.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1-2 years clerical accounting experience preferred.

2. Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

3. Must be able to examine and verify financial documents and reports.

4. Must be able to prepare a variety of reports and analyses.

5. Knowledge of SAP or comparable ERP system, Excel and Microsoft.

6. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment.

7. Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma/GED; Associates Degree preferred.

Salary Range:

Dependent upon experience and ability to perform.

EOE/Vet/Disabled