Accounting Assistant II

Wilsonart · Columbia, SC · Yesterday

AccountingFull-time

At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care. You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
FSAs and dependent care options
Vision and legal benefits
Gym discounts and wellness clinics
Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependents

Opportunities to grow

Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
Training, coaching, and mentorship
Development programs to support your goals

Time for what matters

Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
A culture that respects work-life balance

About the role

Wilsonart, Columbia, has an immediate opening for an Accounting Assistant II. This position performs a variety of routine and some non-routine clerical/accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures in general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable or related financial area. Posts information and balances general or subsidiary ledgers, processes payments and compiles segments of monthly closings and annual reports. Performs other tasks as required.

Responsibilities

Verifies and posts details of business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed
Computes and records charges, refunds, cost of lost or damaged goods, freight charges, rentals, and similar items
Processes and keys vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records
Sorts and reviews data for correctness, including financial documents, invoices, checks and other business transactions
Maintains and reconciles information of assigned general ledger accounts
Gathers monthly sales and data per location
Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments and adjustments
Obtains necessary approvals for non-inventory invoices
Schedules and executes payments (ACH, checks, wires)
Generates and sends invoices and statements to customers
Records daily cash, check, and credit card payments
Tracks and manages aging reports to identify overdue accounts
Follows up with customers on past-due balances
Processes credit memos and refunds
Assists with month-end closing procedures
Reviews, verifies, and enters vendor invoices into the accounting system with accurate general ledger (GL) coding
Performs three-way matching: compares vendor invoices against purchase orders (POs) and receives reports to ensure the company only pays for received goods/services
Schedules and performs payment run via ACH, wire transfers, or checks according to vendor terms
Onboards new vendors, maintains updated W-9/1099 records, and resolves billing disputes or inquiries

Requirements

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Skill in utilizing spreadsheets and databases
Ability to type sufficient to input data
Ability to operate a calculator by touch
Ability to track problems to source documents
Ability to work independently
Skill in identifying problems and developing solutions
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and strong Microsoft Excel skills specifically using pivot tables
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication skills for vendor/customer interaction

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Business Administration or a closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; 1 year of experience may substitute for 1 year of degree
3+ years of accounting experience

Physical Demands

Sitting in the same location or standing/walking
Required to stoop, climb or lift light material (10-20 lbs) or equipment

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area.