Accounting Specialist - Ludlow, MA

Reports to: Controller, Ludlow MA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)
Weekly Hours: 40 in-office (standard hours 8:30am-5pm)
Pay Rate: $23-$29
Duties and Responsibilities
A/R - Recording and processing sales revenue:
· Resolves issues concerning short/over payment
· Processes customer payments
· Communicates with customers regarding late/outstanding invoices
· Processes new customer setup per policy
A/P - Recording transactions such as expenses:
· Owns the creation of vendor POs that are approved for purchase by department heads
· Tracks packing slip receipts and pairing with purchase orders
· Coordinates timely and accurate payment/recording of vendor/supplier bills
· Maintains vendor A/P files
· Processes new vendor setup
· Facilitates annual 1099 processing
· Reconciles benefits invoices and work with Corporate to ensure proper coverage amongst active employees.
Banking - Monitor bank and credit card account activity:
· Reconciles bank accounts daily
· Reconciles credit card transactions weekly
Other General Accounting Administration:
· Maintenance of ancillary accounting department schedules associated with A/R & A/P, banking, payroll, asset tracking, etc. as directed
· Assists in the month close process. Invoice to inventory reconciliations.
· Assists in the month end inventory reconciliation process
· Communicates with plant supervisors to ensure proper data is gathered timely
· Acts as primary phone operator
· Orders office supplies
· Participates on the company Audit Team, Safety Committee, and other special project teams
· Voluntary or involuntary overtime may be required subject to changes of business necessity
· Other general administrative functions as directed
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
· Understanding of accounting theory and practice.
· Accounting experience within the manufacturing sector is preferred.
· High level of self-motivation, and the ability to work independently without being micro-managed.
· Must have a keen attention to detail.
· Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
· Exceptional customer service orientation.
· Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
· Experience with an ERP system(s) is preferred.

