What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE position at Alsum Farms & Produce Inc.?
Description
POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Associate is responsible for maintaining accounts receivable records, maintaining accounts payable records, running reports for management, and recording a wide range of financial transactions. Always improving. Always serving. Always winning together. Exceeding expectations every day.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accounts Receivable:
- Responsible for all Accounts Receivable functions, including billing, collections, and customer account maintenance.
- Process customer payments, refunds, and adjustments in a timely and accurate manner.
- Research and resolve customer inquiries, payment discrepancies ,and billing issues.
- Monitor aged receivables, communicate with customers to resolve past due balances, and maintain updated collection notes.
- Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices and account statements.
Accounts Payable:
- Assist with Accounts Payable functions including verifying vendor accounts and processing payments.
- Review purchase orders, match invoices, and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
- Charge expenses to appropriate accounts and cost centers.
- Reconcile account transactions and ensure proper posting to the general ledger.
- Calculates and reports sales tax on paid invoices.
- Reconcile credit card statements.
- Apply freight allocations.
Other:
- Process shop work orders to track equipment maintenance cost.
- Assist with year-end inventory reconciliation
- Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate degree in an accounting-related field
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices
- Ability to comprehend and follow directions and to communicate and keep daily records
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidential records
- Proficient with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated and able to function as a part of a team
- Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software
- Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- The ability to sit/stand in one place for extended periods
- Various repetitive movements. Good manual dexterity to perform required duties
- Exposure to airborne particles or fumes
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times
WHY WORK AT ALSUM:
- Employer contributed health plan
- Employer paid life insurance
- Voluntary dental, life, disability, and vision insurance
- Onsite fitness center
- Vacation and holiday pay
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee discounts and free product
OUR VALUES
Integrity
We have an uncompromising commitment to do what is right and conduct our business with respect, honesty, fairness, and value in all that we do.
Accountability
We accept responsibility for the work we do and strive for continuous improvement and growth.
Excellence
We achieve the highest possible level of quality for the produce we grow and market and the service we provide.
Stewardship
We devote our resources to the sustainability of the environment for current and future generations.
Servant Leadership
We care, serve, and extend ourselves to meet the needs and contribute to the success of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the community.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.