Accounting Clerk - Johnston, IA

Requisition ID 520744 -Posted - AMAT - Midwest Region Corporate - Full Time - Finance & Accounting - United States - Iowa Position Overview The Accounting Clerk is responsible for supporting business and financial operations, including but not limited to, data entry, billing, material purchasing, accurately applying and posting cash receipts to respective customer accounts. Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions) Provide a full range of support to process commodities and invoices ensuring accurate data. Process plant production, transfer point of sale tickets and work with plant to reconcile discrepancies. Review submitted lien waivers for accuracy, work with the customer on any changes to lien waivers, and collaborate with the credit department on signatures and notaries. Provide general customer service support in resolving invoice and collection issues via phone or email, ensuring accurate accounting records. Administer accounts receivable invoicing and other related clerical functions. Monitor expiring Certificates of Insurance and request updated insurance. Assist with indexing material sales, as well as scanning documents into the record retention database. Assist with accounting department, miscellaneous data entry, administrative office tasks and back-up functions as needed. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required. 1-2 years relevant experience in accounting and job costing preferred. Experience in a construction environment is preferred. Work Requirements Must be 18 years old or older. Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee and Safety Policy Manuals/Handbooks. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and overtime when necessary. Knowledge/Skill Requirements Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work with Management. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, data entry and 10-key. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, without constant supervision, and complete daily activities according to work schedule. Ability to perform under deadline pressure. Ability to provide great customer service and display a professional and courteous attitude. Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and percentages. Ability to operate office equipment including, but not limited to: computers, copiers, ten key adding machine, printers, etc. Physical Requirements Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, talk, hear and lift and/or move up to 5 lbs. Regularly required to sit and use hands and fingers to manipulate/handle objects. Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch, and move up to 10 lbs. Able to communicate with others by telephone and in-person. Able to utilize office equipment including a computer for word processing, email communication and preparation of documents and presentations. May require sitting for extended periods of time. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate and is typical of an office setting. The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr CRH