Status:

Non-Exempt Schedule:

Monday-Friday, In Office Reports To:

Accounting Manager Purity Zinc Metals is seeking an Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk to support the day-to-day functions of the accounting department. This role will be primarily responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, while also supporting month-end close activities and annual audits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently while maintaining accurate, audit-compliant records.

Essential Job Duties:

Accounts Payable:

o Process daily vendor bill entry, including three-way matching of item receipts, purchase orders, and vendor bills; proactively follow up on discrepancies as needed. o Route vendor bills to authorized approvers before entry; verify unit pricing and quantities against purchase orders; flag unusual activity based on historical spend. o Print checks for vendor payments and prepare for mailing. o Process vendor credit memos and apply them to outstanding bills before payment. o Reconcile vendor statements, review AP aging, and follow up on outstanding issues or escalate them as appropriate. o Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries; maintain vendor records, including new vendor setup, banking information, credit references, W-9s, Certificates of Insurance, and annual 1099 preparation. o Maintain compliance with sales and use tax requirements, including accruing use tax on applicable purchases and retaining vendor sales tax exemption certificates. o Coordinate with Operations to organize receiving paperwork and confirm that raw material quantities match pricing.

Accounts Receivable:

o Process and reconcile daily customer payments, including depositing customer checks at the bank, recording ACH and wire payments, and documenting payment processor fees. o Monitor AR aging, conduct collections, research payment discrepancies, resolve issues, and serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries.

Customer Invoicing:

o Prepare and distribute customer invoices, including verifying pricing and quantities, as well as submitting invoices through customer billing portals when required.

Additional Duties:

o Organize and maintain complete, audit-compliant AP/AR records. o Assist with month-end close activities and participate in annual audits with external auditors. o Deliver mail and packages to mailing locations when assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Commitment to

Safety:

Understands, encourages, and carries out the principles of integrated safety management; complies with safety policies and procedures; completes all required health and safety training activities; takes personal responsibility for safety.

Detail-Oriented and Organized:

Maintains accurate documentation, follows procedures, prioritizes work, and manages time effectively.

Adaptable and Proactive:

Manages multiple priorities, shifts focus as needed, takes initiative to solve problems, and meets objectives.

Collaborative Communicator:

Works well with others, communicates clearly, and supports productive, solution-focused discussions.

Analytical Problem Solver:

Gathers and analyzes information, resolves issues efficiently, and applies sound judgment when making timely decisions.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred.
• 3+ years of related experience or training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite.

Pay:

$46,000.00 - $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person