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General Accountant

The Timken Company

Are you ready to own your next role and make an immediate impact? We're looking for a self-driven, independent professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering results. If you're quick to learn new systems, confident with numbers, and motivated to think beyond the basics, this is the opportunity to showcase your talent and grow. Here, you'll have the chance to take real ownership, develop your skills, and stand out in front of both local leadership and our global teams.


We're seeking a General Accountant with strong analytical skills and an Accounts Receivable mindset to manage daily financial transactions, improve cash flow visibility, and support compliance and internal controls.

The main role of the General Accountant is to act as support for the accounting department and ensure accurate, timely entry and processing of all tasks, with primary responsibility for Accounts Receivable functions. Daily activities include administrative support and core accounting tasks such as invoicing, preparing deposits, applying customer payments, compiling commission reports, and coordinating with Accounts Payable.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Prepare daily bank deposits and apply payments to customer accounts
  • Run errands to the bank as needed
  • Process credit card payments
  • Correspond with customers regarding delinquent balances and statement requests
  • Prepare daily invoicing and update tracking information for shipped goods; file accordingly
  • Post specific customer invoices to customer portals
  • Coordinate with AP by processing assigned accounts payable invoices and reconciling statements as needed
  • Prepare monthly commission reports and distribute to outside agents
  • Retrieve and distribute mail daily
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures
  • All other duties deemed necessary by the Controller and/or Business President
Technical / Functional Skills
  • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
  • Courteous and professional communication style
  • Strong understanding of Accounts Receivable processes
  • Solid grasp of basic accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
  • Experience with accounting or ERP systems is a plus
  • Understanding of compliance requirements; familiarity with SOX is a strong plus
Basic Qualifications
  • Associate's degree in Accounting or related field
  • Bachelor's degree is a plus
  • 2-3 years minimum of relevant accounting experience (AR preferred)
  • 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience preferred
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team
We offer a comprehensive compensation package in line with market pay that includes a very generous benefits package. Voluntary health, dental, vision benefits on day one of employment! 10 paid holidays per year, paid sick, vacation, maternity/paternity and so much more!

*All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check that includes: degree verification, criminal records check, medical and drug screen, professional references, prior employment verification*

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?
  • Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  • A culture of top performance
  • A global, diverse environment
  • Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  • A conviction to improve communities around us
  • Competitive salary and benefits

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