Accounting Clerk

POSITION SCOPE:

The position involves the ability to demonstrate knowledge of general accounting principles and practices, administrative functions and clerical procedures necessary for the job. The position also involves working in an organized manner, growth, good record keeping skills, good people skills and good customer relationship skills, to enhance AG RX position in its marketing areas.

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Accounting Manager and Branch Manager, the Accounting Clerk will perform general receptionist, clerical and accounting tasks by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Responsible for providing excellent Customer Service experience by answering all incoming telephone calls, forwarding of calls to appropriate personnel or department, welcoming on-site visitors and providing informational support when needed

· Processes application work orders - close recommendations in Agrian and generatedelivery tickets for billing

· Provides recommendation support to PCA’s and entering requisitions into Agrian.

· Receives, maintains, and distributes water sample results.

· Creates ad-hoc Sales reports as requested by Branch Manager.

· Performs billing functions as requested for support/back-up

· Performs customer service functions as requested for support/back-up

· Performs accounting tasks, including invoicing and budget/expenditure track/fertilizer receiving

· Files, emails, manages in-coming / out-going mail and prepares documents as requested

· Record-keeping of all documents

· Receives, manages, and processes company sensitive documents, such as intercompany transfers, insurance, and DMV registration/vehicle maintenance to ensure compliance

· Provides administrative support and contributes to team effort

· Manages the ordering and inventory of office and janitorial supplies

· Schedules meetings, travel arrangements, and/or lunches, as requested

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem solving / analysis
• Communication proficiency
• Teamwork Orientation
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills
• Accuracy and Thoroughness
• Confidentiality

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education – High school diploma or general education development (GED) certificate of completion.

Experience – Three plus years’ experience in accounting field required; AA in Accounting preferred with required 3 years’ experience in accounting field. General office and accounting experience in agriculture field preferred.

Language Skills – Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and/or written communication skills; bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute ratios, rates, and percent.

Organizational Skills – Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities as to use time efficiently. Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work quality.

Judgement and Decision Making – A commitment to ethical behavior and company core values.

Employee Relations Skills – Must adept at problem solving, including being able to identify issues and address problems in a timely manner.

Safety and Security – Actively promote and personally observe safety and security procedures, and use equipment and materials properly.

Computer Skills – Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel and Outlook.

Other Skills and Abilities - Ability to work required hours.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended intervals of time. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and or reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in order to read and understand computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 5% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24