Accounting Clerk

TBEI - Corp Homewood 1 Independence Plz Suite 820 Homewood, AL 35209, USA We are seeking a detail‑oriented Accounting Clerk to support day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy of financial records across multiple locations. This position is based out of our TBEI corporate office in Homewood, Alabama, and will assist with month‑end and year‑end close activities, general ledger support, and accounts receivable and payable functions. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in corporate accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional looking to grow their experience in a dynamic, multi‑location environment. Duties/Responsibilities: Prepare and assist in the month end accounting close process for multi-location reporting including journal entries and allocations, basic financial reports, and account reconciliation support. Support accounts receivable processes including but not limited to cash applications, customer reference checks, annual credit review, customer set ups, and other supporting duties for defined business unit sites. Provide assistance with the accounts payable function including vendor master maintenance for the business unit sites. Perform all other tasks as assigned. Support month-end and year-end closing processes Qualifications: Associate degree in Accounting or related field required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance preferred Minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounting role Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a heavy focus on Excel File Folder/ File Sharing experience required – basic understanding of shared drives and file organization. Experience working with larger accounting systems a plus Demonstrated research and problem solving skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Strong communication skills (email, phone, and in-person) Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times. Employees are eligible on the 1 st of the month following the date of hire for: Medical Vision Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) PTO / Holidays Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for each full-time employee in the amount of $20,000.00. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, their spouse (or domestic partner), and their children Company Paid Short-term disability (STD) & Long-term disability (LTD) Employees are eligible for the following benefits as of their first day of employment: 401(k) with partial company match 100% vested immediately. Truck Bodies & Equipment International (TBEI), a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation, encompasses thirteen leading brands of dump bodies, end-dump trailers, landscape bodies, containers, roll-off systems, truck bodies, platforms, hoists, and truck and trailer equipment and accessories. Check us out at Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environment Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Required Bachelors or better. Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Federal Signal