Senior Accounting Associate

About the role

Kleen-Rite Corp., THE reliable supplier to the car wash industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Associate to join our Accounting team. This hands-on Senior Accounting Associate role supports accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, bookkeeping, and regulatory compliance for Kleen-Rite and its related entities. Reporting to the AR/AP Manager, this position handles a variety of accounting responsibilities, resolves more complex issues, and provides backup and day-to-day support to the AP, AR, and Billing teams. This is a great opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and being involved in multiple areas of the accounting function. While this role is an individual contributor position with no direct reports, this role will serve as a mentor for our Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete non routine Accounts payable processes and oversee the A/P relationship with several key accounts.
• Audit and resolve vendor billing variances, goods-received-not-invoiced discrepancies, and vendor credits.
• Complete non-routine billing and accounts receivable activities for custom orders, including preparing pro-form invoices, processing deposits, and securing final payment before shipment.
• Support the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and compliance activities for 18 related entities.
• Provide day-to-day support and backup coverage for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Billing team members.
• Support the customer call queue as needed by processing payments and resolving credit card declines.
• Complete data analysis for our customer rewards program.
• Prepare and file licenses and other required regulatory documents within established deadlines.
• Assist the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff with non-route process exceptions.
• Contribute to special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related field; OR Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within NetSuite is a plus.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications, required.
• Detail-oriented individual with the ability to quickly recognize issues and clearly communicate issues to the proper parties.
• Team-oriented individual with a strong focus on both internal & external customer service.
• Must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Benefits & Compensation

• Family-Owned & Operated for Over 60 Years!
• Monday–Friday Schedule for Work-Life Balance
• Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit
• Employer-funded retirement contributions averaging 8%+ annually – no employee contribution required
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision & More
• Employer-paid life insurance for added peace of mind
• Earn Bonuses by Achieving Company Goals