What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at Advanced Heat Treat Corp?
Advanced Heat Treat (AHT) is a family-owned, values-driven company with over 40 years of heat treat expertise and more than 20 specialized services. Our mission is simple but powerful: Exceeding Expectations with "UltraGlowing" Results. From small machine shops to multi-million-dollar aerospace projects, AHT solves complex part problems across industries including aerospace, military, agriculture, automotive, medical devices, and even commercial aviation. Our work supports critical applications such as the Jaws of Life, military weapons, prosthetics, and aircraft components.
AHT operates four strategically located facilities:
- 2 in Waterloo, IA
- Monroe, MI
- Cullman, AL
We are proud to hold ISO/TS 16949, FFL, and NADCAP certifications and to be recognized as a worldwide leader in the heat treat industry, including our proprietary ULTRAGLOW® surface treatment process.
Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Clerk to join our accounting team in Waterloo, IA. This role is ideal for a proven accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys working in a smaller, nimble organization where your contributions truly matter.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing, verifying, and sending out of invoices to customers.
- Researching and resolving account discrepancies.
- Processing and recording transactions.
- Maintaining records regarding payments and account statuses.
- Obtaining information from other departments to ensure records are accurate and complete and that accounts receivable ledgers and journals are up-to-date.
- Working to review accounts, customer payments, and credit history.
- Contacting customers to collect their accounts.
- Generating reports and statements for internal use.
- Purchasing back up
- Assistance with quoting and purchasing as needed
- Office Support duties, back up telephone answering, greeting customers, scanning, etc.
Education, Experience, Qualifications:
- High school diploma and Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong math, typing, and computer skills.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Outlook, including data analysis, reporting, and email/calendar management
- Excellent communication, research, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work closely with diverse teams, build relationships with open communication and mutual respect.
Why Join the AHT Family?
- Pay: competitive pay based on experience and initiative. Your effort and desire determine your success, advancement, and profitability.
- Benefits: Telehealth, Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, 401k match, company paid life, and MORE.
- Quality of Life Benefits: Lucrative PTO structure and paid holidays. After all, making a life is just as important as making a living.
- Culture: We like to earn a living, but we try to have a little fun in the process... check out our Facebook page to see more @AdvHeatTreat
- Family-owned company with a friendly, team-focused culture
Apply Today
If you're motivated to be part of a company where your work makes a real difference and your contributions are valued, we encourage you to apply and join the AHT team.
AHT is an Equal Opportunity Provider/ Affirmative Action