Accounting Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

At Cross Company, we don’t just show up for work—we show up for a company we actually own. As a 100% employee-owned industrial technology leader, we provide specialized expertise in automation, hydraulics, precision measurement, and more that keeps the world’s manufacturers moving.

We operate on the principle of Servant Leadership: we hire smart, driven people and then get out of their way so they can do what they do best. When you join the Cross team, you aren't just an employee; you’re an owner-associate in a stable, transparent, and high-performance environment where your voice truly matters.

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounting Coordinator will be a part of the Accounts Payable team, responsible for the daily financial processing of transactions for the organization. This position will be involved with processing vendor invoices, and collaborating with the company's purchasing group and customer service representatives to resolve discrepancies and ensure payments are made timely.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Process accounts payable invoices, credits and expense claims for payment by matching and verifying with purchase orders.

• Monitor discount opportunities on vendor accounts/invoices.

• Coordinate with vendors as needed to maintain strong vendor relationships.

• Ensure invoices are properly coded and authorized for payment.

• Generate check payments and/or ACH payments to vendors timely.

• Coordinate with purchasing personnel and customer service representatives to resolve purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies.

• Ensures credits are received for outstanding memos.

• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.

• Protects the organization's value by keeping information confidential.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years accounting experience

• 2-year degree in Accounting or Finance required, 4-year degree preferred

• Knowledge of accounting principles, functions and terminology required

• Strong problem-solving skills, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills

• Strong communication skills (oral and written)

• Demonstrates consistency in values, principles and work ethic

• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable

• Proficient in Excel and Word, 10-key by touch, NetSuite ERP experience a plus

• Possesses strong organizational and time management skills, ability to be proactive

• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner

• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to talk / speak / communicate, hear

• Lift and carry items up to 10 pounds repetitively

• Communicate by telephone

• Reaches out

• Reaches overhead

• Sit / Stand

• Repetitively use feet to walk

• Repetitively use hands for computer keyboard

• Grips with hands