Auto Parts Accounting Clerk I

Accounting Clerk I

The Accounting Clerk I performs basic bank reconciliations for multiple locations and business segments. He or she will use Great Plains software as well as all software associated with credit cards, end of day reporting for Counter Works, Vision Warehouse Inventory, and numerous banking sites. He or she will also perform general ledger bookkeeping and produce journal entries for monthly consolidated financial statements.

Today, Replacement Parts, Inc. and Crow Burlingame is made up of a corporate staff, wholesale auto parts and automotive paint store locations, and our warehouse division, Parts Warehouse Inc. (PWI). We employ over 1,400 employees, in twelve (12) states, working at approximately 220 locations, all operating in the aftermarket automotive parts, paint, and heavy-duty parts business. In 2019, our company celebrated 100 years of serving our communities as a privately held business and proud to be part of the "Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts" family.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides exceptional customer service. This includes, but is not limited to: assessing customer needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Receives and process documents by reviewing for completeness and clarity.
• Assists all company locations with credit card machine questions.
• Assists all company locations with end of day posting issues.
• Assists all company locations with any orders that are paid for through credit cards.
• Reconcile approximately 220 locations bank accounts.
• Switchboard relief when needed.
• Weekly ACH's from all company locations.
• Proficient in general ledger journal entries.
• All other job duties as assigned.

Our Benefits

All benefits are based on eligibility and subject to change.

• 401(k) employer matching
• Company Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Additional Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Purchase Discounts
• Scholarship Program
• Earning Incentives and Bonuses

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Collects and researches data.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; keeps commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.

Education and/or Experience

Principals of Accounting I and II or equivalent work experience in general ledger bookkeeping a plus. High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.

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 and ability to interact confidentially with management daily.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Great Plains Accounting software, Vision inventory software, Counter Works retail store software. Advanced knowledge of Excel and the complete suite of Microsoft Office products. 10-key proficiency is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Employment at Replacement Parts, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer. Replacement Parts, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

*This is a Safety Sensitive position as a result of dealing with confidential financial information.

Replacement Parts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining the most qualified individuals based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.