Accounting Assistant

Scoular•Lake Mary, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant is expected to partner with grain traders and other accounting assistants to provide excellent service and meet the needs of our producers and end customers.  This role has primary responsibility for effectively performing all accounting tasks relating to the business unit(s) assigned in an efficient manner following all company and market group policies and procedures. The Accounting Assistant role requires excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, teamwork, and a willingness to embrace change and new technology and is located in our Lake Mary office.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills, positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
Perform repetitive tasks accurately and efficiently.
Produces accurate and thorough work.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products, specifically Microsoft Excel.
Experience with Accounting software.
High level of independent problem solving and critical thinking skills to drive solutions.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
Strong analytical skills.
Work occasional overtime.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree.
Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software, along with desire to learn new programs.

Responsibilities

Responsible for effectively and efficiently performing all assigned accounting tasks including entering/uploading tickets, processing freight payments and producing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable final settlements.
Process daily cash receipts and follow up on outstanding receivables and unapplied cash.
Assist trade team and customers with accounting questions.
Work with both internal and external customers to proactively identify and solve problems that may arise.
Assist trade team in freight/logistical issues.
Maintain an organized digital filing system meeting our record retention policy which includes invoices, contracts, reports and payment receipts.
Review reports including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Freight Analysis and other miscellaneous reports on a daily/weekly basis and identify actionable items and resolve.
Collaborate with Assistant Controller to ensure procedures/policies are followed.
Develop a basic understanding of our business to identify potential issues or opportunities and provide useful feedback to the traders.
Partner with internal teams to support and promote technology enhancements.