Accounting Specialist - Dairy Manufacturing Bookkeeping

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Use accounting or production software, databases, and/or spreadsheets
• Maintain accurate and complete records, including ledgers, journals, invoices, receipts, and information related to supplies and inventory
• Assist the accounting department in daily, monthly, and annual activities, including generating reports, assisting with audits, and resolving discrepancies
• Verify and process accounts payable and receivable, invoices, payroll, and/or other financial transactions
• Check for accuracy in figures, postings, and reports; reconcile or note and report any differences found in the records
• Work with vendors and suppliers to ensure charges are accurate and that payments are received in a timely manner
• Communicate with internal and external customers to discuss account statuses, charges, or discrepancies; utilize other team members as needed to resolve
• Assist with or complete month-end closing procedures
• Make standard calculations to accurately compile and report statistics
• Generate, prepare, and distribute standard and ad-hoc reports
• Prepare summaries, charts, and/or graphs as requested
• Refer complex or atypical problems to higher level accounting employees

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some post-secondary education or undergraduate degree in accounting or related curriculum preferred
• 1 to 3 years of accounting, book-keeping or related experience

Education And Experience

Education and experience requirements as stated in the job description.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and company computer systems
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Able to complete basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to follow through on day-to-day responsibilities
• Able to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to problem solve
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to maintain confidentiality of information

Pay

$20.00 - $24.00