What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at Century Linen?
Century Linen & Uniform is seeking a Full-Time accounting assistant for our Gloversville, NY facility.
Location: 335 N Main St. Gloversville, NY 12078
Hours- (7)8am-4:30(5)pm M-F
Accounting Assistant Position
Job Summary:
The Accounting Assistant is responsible for completing customer payments, maintain the accounts receivable ledger, cross-trained on vendor payments and assist the accounting team as needed. The Accounting Assistant must comply with established policies and procedures, assists in all aspects of financial reporting.
- Accurately apply customer payments to accounts using ERP systems
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to payments, deductions, or chargebacks
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding invoices
- Communicate with customers regarding billing issues and payment status
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, customer service, and accounting teams
- Assist with month-end closing processes and financial reporting
- Reconcile daily cash receipts across various payment methods (ACH, wire, check, credit card)
- Prepare and maintain customer account statements and billing history
- Identify and escalate problem accounts for further action or collection procedures
- Support audits by providing documentation and transaction histories as needed
- Generate periodic reports for management review, including AR aging and payment trends
- Maintain up-to-date customer master data, including banking and contact information
- Assist with implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Cross trained on accounts payable responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting regulations
- Coordinate with banks or financial institutions to resolve transaction errors
- Provide support as needed to the accounting team
- Other duties as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Travel Required:
N/A
Physical Requirements:
The position requires considerable sitting, typing and the ability to move objects of less than 25 pounds.
Work Environment:
The working environment is indoors and is seasonally heated and cooled with minimal noise levels. The
position requires the ability to communicate in person, telephonically and via email
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory stands and compliance requirements.
- Accounts Payable knowledge
- Strong attention to detail, goal oriented
- Experience with QuickBooks
- High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- High School Diploma and/or Associate’s Degree
- Previous Accounting and/or office experience
- Experience with accounting software
Salary : $18 - $21