Accounting Specialist

GLOSTER/DEDON, Inc, a recognized leader in luxury design and manufacturing, is seeking an Accounting Specialist, reporting to the Accounting Manager. This position will be based out of our South Boston, VA office. Founded in 1990, DEDON became the first company to weave synthetic fiber into luxury outdoor designs, setting a global standard of quality and innovation that informs its evolution to this day. DEDON's vision is to redefine outdoor living through an attention to design and comfort. With global headquarters in Germany and sales offices all over the world, DEDON, Inc., is looking for a candidate that is eager to be a part of an established local Finance Team.

General Description:

The Accounting Specialist requires a self-motivated and detailed individual capable and willing to handle the volume and day to day Accounts Receivable accounting requirements of Gloster with minimal supervision. The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for all Accounts Receivable functions and will assist with Accounts Payable and other Accounting functions as needed. The ideal Accounting Specialist will have a strong commitment to accuracy, communication, and enjoy finding solutions to problems. He/She will display ownership of all facets of Accounting Specialist processes and assist with Gloster’s and DEDON's monthly financial close and any analysis deemed necessary.

Essential Function/Duties:

• Precisely process incoming payments, ensure accurate application of payment, and maintain appropriate records
• Comfortably communicate with customers and personnel through a variety of methods including but not limited to phone calls and e-mails
• Accurately review and send invoices to customers
• Create invoice and credit memos as needed
• Responsible for accurate completion of daily invoicing
• Diligently review customer’s accounts, limits, and payments to assess whether order can be processed
• Investigate and resolve customer discrepancies and billing issues professionally and promptly.
• Analyze aging reports and proactively follow up on past-due accounts and escalate significant collection issues appropriately
• Crosstrain and backup the Accounts Payable position and other accounting functions
• Other duties as needed

Skills/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required, Associate’s/Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• At least 2 years of prior Accounts Receivable experience required; other Accounting experience preferred
• MS Office experience, Intermediate Excel experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent time management and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to make collection phone calls or discuss account issues with customers
• Researching and resolving account discrepancies
• Performing administrative and clerical tasks, such as data entry, preparing invoices, sending bill reminders, filing paperwork, and contacting clients to discuss their accounts
• Effectively communicate with customers, sales reps, team members, and management
• Analyze and solve problems

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.