What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Accountant position at Schreiner Group Lp?
**Temporary Jr. Accountant**
The Schreiner Group is a privately held, family-owned organization, operating with over 1,500 employees across three locations (Germany, China, US). As an internationally active, high-tech label manufacturer, we are mostly a strategic partner for our customers in the markets of healthcare & automotive industries. Our core business is innovative high-tech labels and functional parts. We increase the added value for our customers through suitable system solutions and services.
The US operations are currently headquartered in Blauvelt, NY with plans to relocate to Chestnut Ridge, NY within the next two years. The brand-new location will offer the increased production, warehousing, and shipping capacity needed to support our continued growth in the market. In addition, the new facility will include a training center for our employees to enhance their skills, and to test new innovations. By focusing on our customers' needs, we are able to deliver excellent service in support of their goals.
About the Role:
The Temp Jr Accountant, reporting to the Controller, will play an important role through fiscal year end and Q1 audit and reporting processes. This is a temporary role, targeting approximately six (6) months of direct employment to support the AP/AR processes within the Finance department. The decision to on a permanent position will take place in late Q1 2026 based strictly on business needs and continued growth to expectations.
Responsibilities
- Billing – prepare accurate customer invoices and send through customer portals, emails etc.
- Accounts Receivable – maintain customer accounts, track payments and follow up on overdue accounts
- Investigate and resolve billing errors, payment discrepancies and customer billing disputes
- Prepare analytical analysis relevant to AR
- Posting Journal Entries and perform account reconciliations
- Assist with month-end close
- Participate in yearly physical inventory
- Assist with year-end audit
- Work on special projects as management requests
Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Strong communication skills
- Intermediate to advance knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with accounting software, ERP systems
Schedule: 8a - 4:30p
