Accounting Associate Bookkeeper

Holt's Cigar Company Inc•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Accounting Associate Bookkeeper reports directly to the Senior Accountant and works closely with our Accounting Staff as well as management across all channels within the company. Essential responsibilities include maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts. Preparing and analyzing various reconciliations, as well general bookkeeping, are also fundamental tasks. The ability to multitask and prioritize simultaneous assignments with minimal oversight is required. A strong passion for precision and efficiency will guarantee success.

Requirements

Required Education: High School Diploma
1-5 years of accounting experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced atmosphere under tight deadlines
Comfortable working on a team and independently
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent capacity for time management
Superior communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and possess the drive to succeed

Responsibilities

Record, store, and analyze information utilizing accounting software
Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations
Code documents according to company procedures
Reconcile, or note and report, discrepancies found in records
Answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts
Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and computers
Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software
Handle cash disbursements, cash receipts, and bookkeeping
Obtain proper approvals for accounts payable prior to entry into the accounting system
Process accounts payable entries and checks as assigned
Process accounts payable credit applications and provide accounts payable credit references
Set up and maintain accounts payable vendor files
Answer vendor payment inquires
Process accounts payable voided checks
Account analysis as assigned
Prepare and enter journal entries
Assist with year-end audit
Perform mid-year and year-end physical inventory duties as assigned
Perform monthly closing duties as assigned
Perform daily sales reconciliation and journal entries as assigned
Monitor accounts receivable and request past due payments
Generate, review, and provide management with monthly A/R reports
Generate and distribute customers statements and invoices monthly and as requested
Other duties as assigned