Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate (AP)The Accounting Associate (AP) assists with all responsibilities of the Accounts Payable, and/or general administrative responsibilities of the Accounting function. This is a fully in office position.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:General:Process information used in financialsReconcile accounts and reportsEnter journal entriesProcess and print financials and other financial reports as assignedMaintain accounting records as assigned such as commissionsResearch, file, and help in other accounting areas as neededAssist controller to help resolve problems with customers as neededMaintain inventory of supplies for the office and breakroomAccounts Payable:Reconcile vendor statementsEnter invoices into computerEnsure that sufficient backup is obtained before invoices are paidAssist suppliers and internal departments to resolve problemsMaintain internal vendor filesReconcile freight invoicesVerify bank information and address changes with suppliersOther Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent interpersonal skillsAbility to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasksExhibit honest and ethical behavior and is an effective communicatorMust have demonstrated computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and data entryEducation / Experience Requirements: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business; and/or six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. College level accounting classes are preferred.Other Qualifications:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Physical Demands:Is frequently required to talk or listen.Is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.Is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms lift up to 10 pounds.Works in moderate noise levels.No travel required.