Accountant

Company out of Grand Haven, Michigan is looking for a detail-oriented team player to join our accounting team. If you have a passion for numbers and enjoy working within a team environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! As an Accountant , you will play a key role in a variety of accounting functions, including invoicing, payment posting, customer and freight carrier claims, monitoring past dues, calculating customer payments, processing foreign licensee sales reports, quarterly and yearly reporting, and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable Invoices - provide training and backup as needed for processing invoices, past due customer communication, and information provided to sales regarding customer past due accounts. Payments - checks, ACH, and wire. Record and post in A/R. Balance A/R monthly. Audit B & M fees monthly. File open & paid invoices, canceled orders, order acknowledgments (backup). Respond to customer inquiries. Reconcile third-party credit card monthly statements NAV process development Customer Claims Review claim details for accuracy after receiving proper approval Process credit memos timely; post to A/R. Process freight carrier claims. Credit applications Approve when criteria are met Follow up with the Sales Manager when criteria are not met Licensee Sales Reports Receive approved reports from Licensee Analyst; enter orders and invoices. Enter licensee production reports (sales & inventory) Request addition of fee item numbers for new varieties. Process past dues and update follow-up listings Process foreign licensee sales reports Marketing / Breeders Calculate and process annual breeder payments. Update and maintain breeder information and files Complete annual IRS reporting Form 1042-s for foreign breeders Annual Special Reports Marketing fees due Licensor sub-licensed plant and container fees. Sales incentive deductions Quarterly or Year-end Reporting Hard goods & inventory reports State and Foreign sales reports DISC calculation and reporting Miscellaneous DocuSign administrator Write and update procedures. Departmental back up and training of new departmental employees.

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform other related duties as required. Follow company's employee handbook Follow company's safety Handbook.

Knowledge & Skills Requirements:

Associate degree in Accounting, with at least 4 years of general accounting experience. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with Microsoft Dynamics preferred. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and business operations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team setting. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Performance Requirements:

Maintain a performance level equivalent to company standards, consistently meeting expectations in performance evaluations.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary :

Starting at $55,000 annually (not including the total compensation package).

Benefits :

Fully benefit eligible subject to new hire waiting period, health, dental, vision, FSA, voluntary life insurance, 401k plan, and company paid short term and longer term disability.

Job Type :

Full-Time (Exempt) If you meet the qualifications and are ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today! For accommodation requests during the application process, please reach out. This company participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Pay:

From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person