Accounting Associate

ABOUT PINNACLE:

Founded in 1980, Pinnacle Sales Group provides professional sales, logistics and other marketing services for manufacturers of fine kitchen, bath and outdoor living products. We have partnered with a select group of innovative manufacturers to provide a comprehensive range of products, services, training and support to all levels of upscale building products sales channel. Pinnacle provides a comprehensive suite of professional marketing services for manufacturers, distributors, dealers, contractors, specification professionals, and end-users. 

At Pinnacle, we operate on EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) which is a set of practices, tools and disciplines that gets everyone on the same page and going in the same direction.  We share the vision of where we are going and provide traction in how to execute this vision.  We believe in transparency and in being open and honest with one another, saying what needs to be said with respect and confidence so we can become a more healthy, cohesive team serving our clients or customers.

We take great pride in offering an exceptional workplace for every employee. Pinnacle has been recognized by CareerSource Polk as one of the “Best Places to Work,” a special honor awarded to organizations that exemplify outstanding workplace practices and are committed to improving their employees' quality of life. This year, Pinnacle earned the title of "Employers of Distinction" for achieving the Best Places to Work Award for the last three consecutive years.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Accounts Receivable
  • Daily Invoicing and Profit Review
  • Post Daily Returns and Process CC Refunds
• Accounts Payable
  • Verizon Reconciliation
  • Employee Expense Reports
    • Verify and Process Monthly Expenses
      •  Capital One Spark
      • American Express
  • Verify Consumer Rebate Purchases
  • Process Monthly Sales Tax Return for Filter Wholesale
  • Verify Weekly Freight Files for Payment
• Spiff Verification
  • 360insights
    • Review On Holds and Declines Weekly
    •  Approve New Users
  • Monthly Spiff Report for Sales Reps

• Monthly Manufacturer/Customer Spiff Reconciliation

• Update and Distribute Weekly Flash Report
• Special Projects as Needed
• Backup Duties
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two years’ experience is required in a similar role.
• High school diploma is required, Associate Degree is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills.
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 with an emphasis in Excel as well as Accounting Software experience is a plus.

Pinnacle is an equal opportunity employer, and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs.