Accounting Assistant

Metals USA•Falls Township, PA

30d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Metals USA is seeking an Accounting Assistant in Langhorne (Bucks County) PA. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon-steel (plate, beam, tube) distribution center servicing the defense, commercial, construction, aerospace and fabrication industries. The Accounting Assistant is responsible for providing accounting and clerical assistance to the Accounting/Credit Department including accounts receivable transactions, general ledger entries, account reconciliations, assist with month end close, audits, and corporate reporting while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

High School Graduate or Equivalent
Ability to communicate (oral & written) effectively with both internal & external customers
Must have strong analytical skills and a background in accounting
Ability to adhere to standard office practices and procedures.
Ability to perform accounting/credit department duties including filing, customer service, attention to detail, organizational management and time management
Ability to interface effectively with all departments to foster a success-oriented, deadline driven organization
Ability to work in a high volume, transaction driven environment
Good organizational skills, able to make sound decisions utilizing the data at hand
Ability to demonstrate professionalism & diplomacy to include telephone etiquette at all levels
Computer Literacy to include Microsoft Office Products, including Outlook and Excel, as well as company ERP system.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post cash receipts to customer accounts.
Process credit card payments routinely.
Research discrepancies and ensure sales tax compliance.
Prepare and distribute weekly accounts receivable aging reports
Maintain accurate customer information according to company procedures.
Research and respond to accounting inquiries in a prompt manner.
Assist in month end close process by ensuring appropriate and accurate data is entered into ERP
Provide general administrative and clerical support to the Accounting/Credit Department which may include preparing spreadsheets, organizing documents, scanning, indexing and filing.
Assist the Accounting/Credit Department with the preparation of accurate account reconciliations and entry of manual journal entries.
Assist with special projects within the Accounting/Credit Department.
Maintain work area in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
Regular and predictable attendance is essential to perform the duties of an Accounting Assistant
Adhere to all established company policies and procedures including all safety regulations.
Adhere to all company, customer and employee confidentiality requirements.
Adhere to the Reliance, Inc Code of Conduct and other essential guidelines.
Perform other related duties as assigned.