Accounting Clerk Job at Woods Basement Systems Inc in Collinsville

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of tasks to support the Controller. Performs several different functions of accounts receivable and assists as a department backup for accounts payable, payroll and purchasing. Represents, exemplifies and supports the management and mission of all Woods companies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists in all Accounts Receivable functions including collections
2. Assists in Account Reconciliations and Data Entry
   • Entering timely and accurate information into quickbooks
3. Payroll and Purchasing assistance as needed
4. Prepares financial reports weekly:
   • Aging Report
   • Inventory Count Spreadsheet
5. Backup to Accounts Payable, Inventory, Purchasing and Payroll functions as needed
6. General administrative duties including filing, organizing etc.
7. Regular and punctual attendance. Ability to work overtime if needed.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs other related duties as requested or assigned by management.

DIRECT REPORTS:

None

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND TALENTS:

1. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
2. Skill in operating personal computer and programs such as Excel, QuickBooks and other accounting related software.
3. Possess talent and professional traits:
   • Cooperation
   • Problem Identification & Solution
   • Organization of Work
   • Attention to Detail
   • Willingness to Learn
   • Integrity
   • Sense of Urgency
   • Tolerance for Stress

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Associates Degree in accounting and/or finance is preferable;
2. One (1) year to three (3) years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting; or,
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

0-24%

25-49%

50-74%

75-100%

Seeing:

Must be able to see well enough to read reports, data, statistics & information on computer screen.

X

Hearing:

Must be able to hear well enough to communicate on the telephone and in person.

X

Standing/Walking:

X

Fingering/Grasping/Feeling:

Must be able to operate computer & calculator.

X

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling:

X

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS for Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling:

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects. Job involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if standing and/or walking are required only occasionally.

NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. Such statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees are requested to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. This document is subject to change at any time without notice.