Accounting Specialist

At Oilgear, we design and manufacture high-performance hydraulic systems that power some of the world’s most demanding industrial applications. Our employees play a critical role in our success, and we are committed to providing a safe, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment. At Oilgear, you’ll work with advanced technology, contribute to meaningful products, and be part of a team that values quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

The Accounting Specialist will get exposure to multiple business units, supporting senior leaders and department heads as a trusted resource. We expect the Accounting Specialist to accurately post AP/AR invoices after ensuring proper coding and approval has been obtained. As a public face of the company, the person in this role is also expected to support some general office functions - greeting visitors, sorting mail, fielding the occasional phone inquiry, etc

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

AP Responsibilities:

• Post vendor invoices after obtaining proper approvals and coding


• Call vendors to obtain and reconcile statements


• Work with purchasing to resolve discrepancies on purchase orders


• Other duties as assigned

AR Responsibilities:

• Process, verify and recommend credit limits and payment terms for customers based on credit-worthiness utilizing D&B and customer credit application etc


• Send out Customer Invoice via mail/email/EDI/Portals daily


• Pull down daily banking transition of customer payments


• Process customer payments to account (sub-ledger) on a daily basis


•  Identify slow-paying/delinquent customers, and recommend collection escalations to Manager for holding shipments


• Manage customer inquiry(ies) and respond in a timely manner to request(s) including:


• Research and process charge backs and returns


• Assist in streamlining the accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement


• Assists with related special projects and audit requests

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED


• Minimum 3 years’ experience posting AP purchase order invoices


• Manufacturing experience environment preferred


• Other data entry experience may be considered on a case by case basis


• Advanced computer skills in Excel, Epicor preferred, and Microsoft Office


• Associates degree a plus

• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid holidays


• 401(k) retirement plan with company match


• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance


• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options


• Employer-paid life and disability insurance


• Optional hospital, critical illness, and accident insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Safety shoe reimbursement program


• Safety glasses reimbursement program


• Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per year

The Oilgear Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment with The Oilgear Company is at-will. This means that either the employee or The Oilgear Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

Nothing in this job description or any other Company document should be interpreted as a contract of employment, an offer of continued employment, or a guarantee of employment for any specific duration.