Accounting Clerk I

ALASKA INDUSTRIAL HARDWARE INC•Anchorage, AK

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Industrial Hardware, a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation is currently seeking qualified applicants for “Accounting Clerk I” to perform Accounts Receivable processing and other accounting tasks in Anchorage, Alaska. This position’s role is to enter, post and reconcile batches, process credit applications, take payments, maintain cash receipts journal, and update and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L.

Requirements

Microsoft Office Suite skills to include Word and Excel proficiency required
Highschool diploma or GED equivalent
Punctuality and reliability
Critical thinking skills
Work ethic and flexibility
Teamwork and communication skills
Adaptability skills required for cross-training

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in an Accounts Receivable or Credit/Collections role
AA degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics
Infor ERP experience

Responsibilities

Contact clients to help resolve payment issues; assist in setting up payments.
Present information, as requested to shippers, customers, the sales/marketing department, and other stakeholders.
Perform a variety of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures, including general accounting tasks.
Communicate, reinforce, and support the values, culture, and mission of the organization.
Support the Accounting department by completing administrative tasks, such as mail distribution.
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Controller.

Benefits

Health Insurance: You will have the opportunity to choose from a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for both yourself and your eligible dependents.
Employee Discount Program: After completing 90 days of employment, you will be eligible for a generous employee discount on Alaska Industrial Hardware products. This discount can also be extended to one eligible family member.
Retirement Savings: We offer a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 6% of your contributions, subject to eligibility requirements. Additionally a 401(k) ROTH plan is available.
Continued Education Benefit: We believe in supporting your professional growth. Therefore, we provide a continued education benefit that covers up to 50% of the cost for classes aimed at enhancing your skills in your current position. Certain conditions apply.
Life Insurance: To ensure the financial security of our employees, we provide a $50,000 life insurance policy for each employee, offering peace of mind in the event of an unforeseen circumstance, subject to eligibility requirements.
Additional Insurance Available: AIH offers buy-ups for Life and AD&D insurances for self, and/or spouse and/or children, Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness insurances are also available.
Short- and Long-Term Disability: We offer comprehensive coverage for both short-term and long-term disabilities, subject to eligibility requirements.
Paid Time Off (PTO): PTO is earned on an accrual basis, with increases based on your years of service. Additionally, you will receive paid time off for company-recognized holidays, jury duty, bereavement, subsistence and parental leave.
Health Club Benefit: We encourage a healthy lifestyle and provide a monthly reimbursement of $50 for gym membership fees. This benefit is available to you if you attend the gym at least 8 times per month.
Hiring Bonus: Upon completing 180 days of employment, you will receive a hiring bonus of $500 as a token of our appreciation.