Accounting Specialist

Job Details

Job Location: Semmes Alabama - Semmes, AL 36575

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Accounting

At Educators Resource we equip teachers and parents with innovative tools designed to enhance the education of children. We aspire to create a world where learning is more accessible and fun, guided by our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Educators Resource is recruiting an Accounting Specialist to join our growing accounting team. This role supports both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. If you are an ambitious, collaborative, detail-oriented professional, we could be the company for you.

Location: Semmes, AL

Employment Classification: Full-time / Non-exempt

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Utilize a 3-way matching purchase order system to verify, reconcile, and post a high volume of daily and weekly invoices.
• Monitor vendor payment terms and applicable discounts.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

Accounts Receivable

• Record and reconcile ACH/E-check payments, credit card transactions, and customer deposits.
• Review receivable payments for deductions, discrepancies, understand contractual allowances and dispute deductions when applicable.
• Perform credit checks and assist in determining appropriate credit limits.

General Accounting & Administrative Support

• Maintain financial integrity by following established internal accounting controls.
• Provide financial and administrative support, including preparation of data for month-end close and other accounting projects.
• Maintain accurate historical financial records.
• Authorize returns and process customer credits.
• Perform additional duties and special projects assigned.
• Work assigned schedule and overtime as required.

Core Competencies

Skills, Talents, Personal Attributes and Experience

• Associate degree in accounting preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
• Experience in a high-volume accounting environment is strongly preferred.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of general accounting and financial procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate level).

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those that are typically required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged use of a computer, including typing and viewing a screen for extended periods.
• The ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone with coworkers, vendors, and customers.
• Must be able to remain seated for extended durations.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package including competitive pay and full benefits.

Full Benefits Package Includes:
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance;
Basic Life/AD&D coverage;
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability;
Accident and Critical Illness insurance;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services; 401(k) with company match; paid time off (PTO); and a variety of company-paid holidays.

We are the backbone of an education & office supply network whose supply chain encompasses the globe. As a leader in our industry segment, we service customers across North America on behalf of companies and brands you see and interact with every day. We offer the broadest array of products in the market, with over 20,000 SKUs sourced from over 300 suppliers.

We work hard to ensure that our customers WIN daily, and we have some of the highest service levels in the industry.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.