Accounting Assistant Job Description

Data Metalcraft Inc. is seeking a full-time employee for general business accounting processes. Previous experience in bookkeeping (3+ years) with strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel. We would like a person who is fun to work with and who can:

Create and maintain excellent working relationships with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
Prioritize daily tasks
Possesses strong organizational skills
Be very detail-orientated and deadline driven

Accounts Payable:

Enter supplier invoices into ERP system daily
Review daily A/P edits to ensure general ledger accuracy
Research invoices requiring additional verification
Resolve price or quantity discrepancies on purchase orders
Ensure that all non-purchase order invoices have been approved by the appropriate individuals
Monitor aged payables to ensure that discounts are taken, late fees are avoided, and credit terms with suppliers are observed
Reconcile material returns to ensure supplier credits are received and posted
Prepare check runs, wire transfers, and ACH payments that have been approved by the Financial Controller
Prepare accurate monthly sales/use tax and files with the State on a timely basis
File invoices timely

Accounts Receivable:

Process daily AR receipts
Process daily invoice activity
Process various miscellaneous invoices and credit memos as approved by Financial Controller
Contact customer in invoice issues or late payments

Procedure Documentation and Training:

Assist with documenting accounting procedures

Payroll:

Create journal entries for payroll run

Bank Activity:

Update bank spreadsheet daily

General:

Provide receptionist/phone answering to automated phone system
Oversee record retention to ensure compliance as well as the preparation of all records for storage
Assist with 5-day month end close process
Perform various ad hoc analyses for Financial Controller and other members of management

Benefits Include:

PTO
9 Paid Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
401K Retirement plan with matching
HRA and HSA

Minimum Requirements:

Accounting Degree
Proficient in Microsoft Office
ERP System Experience i.e. M1, JobBoss, E2

Job Type: Full Time

Physical Setting:

Office

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Arlington, MN 55307: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location