Accounting Clerk

POSITION PURPOSE

The primary responsibility of the Accounting Clerk is to support the Alternative Delivery Business Manager with various accounting tasks by applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and critical thinking.

• Posting Daily Cash Receipts
• Complete vendor credit applications as required
• Process credit applications and trade reference checks for customer applications
• Process credit applications for Griffith
• Prepare and enter monthly journal entries for General Ledger
• Upload positive pay
• Check all invoices for accuracy and process for payment, including obtaining approvals and coding to the appropriate cost center and general ledger account.
• Prepare and code invoices.
• Enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Conduct necessary research to obtain invoice, receiver or other documentation to process payments in a timely manner.
• Prepare invoice deduction notices as necessary.
• Other tasks as assigned

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically needing Intermediate/Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Viewpoint Software or an equivalent ERP system is required.
• Must have excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines.

• Effective communication
• Team player
• Adaptability
• Critical and analytical thinking
• Time management/multitasking
• Detail oriented
• Service oriented
• Stress management
• Punctuality

AA degree in Accounting preferred.

• 3 + years’ experience as an accounting clerk, preferably in a Construction or Manufacturing environment

• Most time spent in an indoor office environment
• Sitting at a desk for prolonged periods of time
• Occasional lifting of files and boxes up to 20 lbs
• Pushing/pulling of file cabinets
• Extended visual use of a computer screen
• Frequent typing
• Occasional travel

In addition to offering a comprehensive benefits package for all employees — including a superior health benefits package — Griffith Company also offers generous performance-based compensation. As part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporation, Griffith Company employees have the opportunity to directly and financially benefit from the Company's success. Other benefits include vacation time, sick days, paid holidays, and a 401K program.

(Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Hourly rate: $25 - 31 Hourly

Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates outside of the local area on a case-by-case basis.

Visit us at:

Griffith Company is an equal opportunity employer and an employee-owned company.