Accounting Assistant - Morgantown, WV

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so.

We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce.

Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

As an Accounting Assistant, the general role is to assist the Office Administrator in accounting and administrative functions associated at the Division level.

This individual will be responsible for keeping detailed accounts and records, maintaining internal accounting controls, monitoring accounts, and solving problems by making recommendations about accounting processes as needed.

The Accounting Assistant will report to the Office Administrator and will work primarily out of the designated location.

• Setting up, reviewing and maintaining contracts.
• Creating work orders, IMO’s, MSO’s and job numbers
• Invoicing and preparing billing information for customers
• Reviewing and completing job close out review and other monthly accounting reports
• Creating and reviewing job costing information
• Distributing incoming mail/paperwork to appropriate personnel
• Assisting with collection/entering of timecards and Timekeeper approvals
• Answering questions related to the job, other co-vendors and from other Pillar/Beitzel employees
• Responding timely to customer service needs
  
  
  

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Valid Driver’s License
• Associates Degree in Accounting or related field preferred
• 1 year of accounting or bookkeeping experience OR combination of experience and training
• Basic knowledge of accounting and accounting procedures
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately
• Practical knowledge of office procedures and customer relations
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Skill in dealing with the public in a manner which will facilitate any constructive problem solving possible
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software packages including specific knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Must be dependable; trustworthy; and possess a positive and productive attitude
• Must be able to work well with co-workers in a team environment
  
  
  

Working Conditions

• Sit, talk, hear, read, write and type.
• Regularly walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include overtime as needed
• Position involves sitting, bending, lifting, walking
• Must be customer-focused and professional without exception
• Flexible and motivated to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment
  
  
  

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement

This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Perks/Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Health/Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short/Long term disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
• Employee focused work environment
• On-the-job mentoring and training
• Internal job postings
• Performance and salary reviews
• Employee feedback program
• Advancement through defined employee career paths
• Safety-first and drug free work environments
• Bonuses and incentives for working safely
• Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
• PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children