Accounting Assistant

The Ultra-Met Company • Urbana, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ultra-met Company is looking for an organized and experienced Accounting Associate to work in the Accounting department. The position will assist the Accounting Specialist and Controller with the daily functions in the office; primarily focused on the Accounts Payable and Invoicing. The position will also provide backup in Payroll and Accounts Receivable as needed. The position requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. The duties listed below is not inclusive and may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5 years' experience in clerical accounting
• MS Office and knowledge of accounting software platforms
• Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures
• Basic computer and office machine experience
• Strong analytical, problem solving, creative thinking and customer service skills
• The ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Business or Accounting preferred

Responsibilities

• Primary General Accounts Receivable functions: Daily invoicing, match to packing slips, special instructions, Prepare daily sales/order reports, Apply daily cash receipts-backup, Semi-monthly/monthly consignment-backup
• General Accounts Payable functions: Match Packing slips to Purchase Orders to Invoice, Input vendor invoices ensuring proper G/L account coding, Expense report processing, Analyze discrepancies and unpaid invoices, Maintain vendor files, Assist with annual tax reporting
• Secondary General Payroll functions: Ensure payroll is balanced daily, Process payroll with third-party service weekly, Maintain correct tax and voluntary deductions, Track employee vacation, sick time, and time/attendance
• Other General Support functions as needed: Update, verify and maintain accounting journals, ledgers, and other financial records for all areas of responsibility, Support A/R past-due collection efforts as needed, Assist in month-end reporting procedures, Find and use accounting data to resolve accounting problems and discrepancies, Perform filing and general administrative tasks, Liaise with other departments/customers/vendors

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental, Vision plan
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick time
• Life, Disability, and Accident Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED