What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Associate position at All Surfaces Inc.?
About All Surfaces
Together, We are More.
All Surfaces is one of the nation’s leading distributors for flooring and sundries. We are a house of brands, comprised of Walcro, Cartwright Distributing, Tri-State Flooring, Blakely Products, All Tile – CCS, and Abraham Linc. With 45 locations spread across 23 states. Our commitment to our Core Values—People First, Do Right, Go Beyond, Always Improve, amp; Let’s Go!—drives our success in partnership with our customers and suppliers.
Position Overview
The Accounting Associate is responsible for assisting both the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions of the company while providing clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate work under his/her control.
Branch: Abraham Linc at the Bridgeport branch
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Essential Functions
Accounts Receivable
- Collects money due by phone calls, statements, letters, sales personnel, etc.
- Manage and report status of accounts receivable to management.
- Perform credit write ups and analysis on customers.
- Set up of new customers and introduction letters
- Weekly/Monthly reports as required
Accounts Payable
- Receipt and matching of invoices
- Record invoices into accounting system
- Statement reconciliation
- Weekly/Monthly reports as required
- Filing as required
Other
- Maintain relationships with other departments and personnel.
- Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.
- Possess a strong attention to detail and be comfortable working independently and with a team.
- Exhibit strong communication skills and a desire to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Company
- Act in a professional and ethical manner.
- Appear professional at all times.
- Answer directly to the CFO.
- Return all corporate and customer phone calls within 2 hours (preferably 30 minutes).
- Treat all customers, suppliers, and Abraham Linc staff with respect.
- Provide help in other job functions as the Company’s needs arise.
- Help solve Company problems.
- Follow prescribed safety procedures and comply with them at all times.
- Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or required.
Work Experience
- 3 years of Accounts Receivable and/or Credit experience
- Prior experience in B2B collections
- Prior experience in AS400, CBC (credit bureau)
Education
High school diploma or GED required; an Associate's Degree in Accounting and Finance preferred.
Physical Demand and Work Environment
- Able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
- Frequent use of hands to handle documents, operate a keyboard, and other office equipment.
- Visual acuity is required for data entry and review of financial data.
- Work regular business hours, Monday through Friday.
- Legally permitted to work in the United States.
Skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to be direct and firm while maintaining a professional attitude
- Ability to read people (sift through deception)
- Must be pro-active in contacting customers
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to work independently, while also being a strong “team player”
- Strong organizational, time management, and logical thinking skills
- Strong judgment and analytical skills
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent verbal and written communications