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Burns Industrial Equipment

Accounting Specialist

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What they do

An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$44,369 / year median in Pennsylvania

-11% projected decline

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Job Description

Title:
Accounting Specialist Department:
Accounting Reports To:
V.P. of
Finance Job Objective:
To provide support for the Accounting Department including all aspects of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, along with various other Accounting Projects.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable:
Accurately download and post customer payments to the Accounts Receivable ledger. Work with various branches, and departments within the organization to adjust credit limits, pricing structure, and other items pertaining to all of the Company's Accounts Receivable records. Process and post credit card transactions. Provide follow up on past due accounts and resolve any billing issues in a timely manner. Maintain spreadsheets and databases in support of customer requests. Maintain polite and professional communication with all customers and co-workers.
Accounts Payable:
Review, verify and process supplier invoices in the ERP system. Reconcile accounts payable balances and ensure timely payments. Assist with weekly check printing and filing of supporting documents. Work with all branches and departments within the organization in creating and maintaining the Company's Accounts Payable records.
Invoicing:
Process invoices via third party online billing portals for various customers and monitor billing portals for payment status and updates. Provide various reports and spreadsheets upon Customer request.
Skills Required:
Multi-tasker. Solid data entry skills. Strong mathematical aptitude. Organized, and attention to detail. Strong written and oral communication skills. 2+ years of prior experience in an accounting position. Exceptional customer service orientation and negotiation skills. Ability to work in a team environment, and well under pressure. Excellent computer skills, Outlook, Word, with an emphasis in Excel. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations.
Education:
• College Degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent work experience.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person