Accounting Clerk

Join Crown Packaging Corp.At Crown Packaging Corp., our people are central to our continued success. As a privately held company with operations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, we value integrity, accountability, collaboration, thoughtful leadership, and continuous improvement.We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structured, transaction-focused work and takes pride in keeping billing moving smoothly.About the RoleThe Accounting Clerk supports Accounts Payable and Direct Billing by reviewing, validating, coding, receiving, and processing supplier invoices in JD Edwards (JDE). The position works closely with purchase order, shipment, and freight information to help ensure accurate and timely customer billing.This fast-paced role processes more than 125 invoices per day. Success requires accuracy, efficiency, consistent follow-through, and the ability to identify and route exceptions without losing momentum.What You’ll DoInvoice Processing & Purchase Order Review Process 125+ direct billing invoices daily while meeting accuracy and productivity expectations Review supplier invoices and validate purchase order, quantity, pricing, shipment, freight, carrier, and invoice information in JDE Apply required coding and documentation and maintain shipment references and supporting invoice details Compare invoices with purchase order data and update receiving information when needed Research open, closed, backordered, canceled, and exception-status purchase orders Process invoices in chronological order and meet established turnaround expectations, including month-end prioritiesFreight, Exceptions & Workflow Verify freight terms, handling codes, carrier details, and customer freight billing requirements Confirm shipment and delivery information and complete required freight or shipment updates in JDE Identify duplicate invoices, pricing variances, quantity mismatches, freight exceptions, and missing purchase order information Research discrepancies and route exceptions or approvals to Purchasing and other business partners Document findings and maintain clear audit support for exception transactions Maintain organized electronic invoice files, processing queues, and workflow folders Support practical improvements that make invoice processing more accurate and efficient Follow established procedures, internal controls, and applicable Quality Management System requirements Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications & Skills High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred One to three years of Accounts Payable, invoice processing, transaction processing, or related accounting experience preferred Experience working in an ERP system; JD Edwards experience strongly preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook Strong data-entry accuracy, organization, time management, and attention to detail Ability to follow standardized procedures, work independently, identify discrepancies, and manage a high volume of transactions Success in the RoleSuccess is measured by processing 125+ invoices per day with strong accuracy, minimizing duplicate billing and processing errors, meeting daily and month-end turnaround expectations, consistently following established procedures and controls, and routing exceptions for timely resolution.Why Join Crown Packaging?At Crown Packaging, you're not just joining a company, you're joining a team where people build long-term careers. We're a privately held, financially stable organization with a strong reputation, a collaborative culture, and employees who choose to stay and grow with us for years.Here's what makes Crown different: Career Stability– Join a successful, growing company that has built lasting relationships with customers and employees alike. Great People & Meaningful Work– Work with supportive teammates in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and make a real impact. Opportunities to Grow– Benefit from comprehensive onboarding, training, and professional development designed to help you succeed. Leadership That Cares– Our leadership team is passionate about the business, our customers, and most importantly, our employees. A Culture People Stay For– We are proud of our exceptional employee tenure, which reflects the positive environment and opportunities available across the organization. Competitive Benefits– Medical, Dental, Vision, company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability, supplemental insurance options, and a 401(k) with company match. Work-Life Balance– Enjoy a generous PTO program plus 8.5 paid holidays each year.Join Crown Packaging and discover why so many employees choose to build their careers here.We offer the stability of an established company, the support of a close-knit team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.Who Thrives at Crown Packaging?Successful Accounting Clerks are focused, dependable, and highly organized. They are comfortable with repetitive, transaction-intensive work, maintain momentum without sacrificing quality, and make routine processing decisions within established guidelines.You may be a great fit if you: Protect accuracy- review details carefully and prevent duplicate or incorrect billing. Work with pace- stay productive while processing a high daily invoice volume. Follow the process- apply standardized procedures and internal controls consistently. Stay organized- keep queues, files, and documentation orderly and current. Spot exceptions- identify discrepancies quickly and escalate them appropriately. Take ownership- manage routine decisions independently and follow through on open items.