Accounting Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

Contribute to the maintenance of accurate and complete financial records, and ensure that financial-related information is made available in an accurate and timely manner. Provide support to the Accounting Department,

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)

40%: Oversee:

Processing accounts payable and reviewing related edit lists.
Processing expense reimbursement requests.
Administering weekly accounts payable check run, including staging of check run, and managing the
Processing customer AR invoices
Applying cash receipts against accounts receivable and reviewing related edit lists.
Monitoring receivables and ensuring timely collection of accounts receivable (for both component sales and tooling sales).
Ensure proper accounting for project-related transactions (fixed asset purchases, leasehold
Analyzing commission reports and processing commission payments.
Preparing reports and tax filings required by third parties on a timely basis. Such reports/filings include
Issuing Sales Tax Exempt Forms to vendors and obtaining Form W-9’s from vendors and obtaining Form W-9s from vendors.
Reconciling balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis (including but not limited to cash, shipped not invoiced, accrued receipts/rec not invoiced, AR, AP).

25%: Perform tasks to help maintain the general ledger. Related tasks include, but are not limited to:

Preparing and posting journal entries related to a variety of accounting transactions.
Assisting with preparation of monthly financial statements, including preparing and posting various journal entries and ensuring the completeness and accuracy of transactions.
Reconciling balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis (including but not limited to cash, shipped not invoiced, accrued receipts/rec not invoiced, AR, AP)
Performing credit checks on new customers.
Actively monitoring operating expenses and identifying opportunities for savings related to, for example, telephone expense, office supplies, utilities, etc.
Monitoring transactions pertaining to the production of parts that involve both IM and BM.

15%: Lead or actively participate in continuous efforts to maximize utilization of the company’s ERP system

10%: Develop and maintain a variety of time-sensitive reporting, including but not limited to:

Publishing weekly Box Score and monthly KRM.
Assisting with preparation of monthly financial statements and budgets
Data collection for various projects and analyses requested by Director of Finance, CFO, and personnel from other departments.
Attending and contributing to financial meetings and discussions.

10%: Perform a variety of other duties as needed, including but not limited to:

Assisting with providing information requested by external auditors.
Data collection for various projects and analyses requested by Director of Finance, CFO, and personnel from other departments.
Attending and contributing to financial meetings and discussions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Accountant Specialist reports directly to the CFO

Minimum Qualification Standards:

Associate’s Degree in accounting and a minimum of five years’ experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment is required.
Intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including the ability to perform tasks using Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Computer proficiency including word processing, data entry, spreadsheets, and generating reports using
Promote the Continuous Improvement Process.
Possess superior organizational skills.
Ability to compile, analyze, interpret financial reports, statements, and/or projections.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to time-sensitive due dates for various reporting needs.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to financial discussions and address company needs in a proactive manner.
Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and details simultaneously.
Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines and complete projects in a timely manner.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision making skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Contribute to the overall success of the company by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.

Equipment, Machines, and Software Used:

This position requires regular use of general office equipment including, but not limited to, computer, printer, copier,

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry.