Accounting Clerk

Weinbrenner Shoe Company•Merrill, WI

44d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Clerk plays a key role in supporting accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining employee timekeeping and payroll data. This position partners closely with Payroll and Human Resources to ensure proper employee payment and compliance. In addition, the Accounting Clerk contributes to the overall efficiency of the accounting function by supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activities, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Prior experience using Microsoft Excel required
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective verbal communication skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure and proactively resolve issues
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and draw conclusions
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, rounding, and time conversions

Nice To Haves

pivot table experience preferred

Responsibilities

Review and monitor employee timecards to ensure accurate coding and compliance with company and union requirements
Verify employee data including new hires, terminations, time entries, and supervisor adjustments prior to payroll processing
Provide backup support for payroll processing as needed
Partner with Human Resources to maintain accurate payroll records and ensure proper employee payments
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee wages and payroll-related information
Assist with accounts payable, including processing and coding vendor invoices
Support accounts receivable activities such as invoicing and payment application
Assist with credit card transaction processing and reconciliation
Provide support across additional accounting functions as needed
Utilize Microsoft Excel to perform timecard and payroll reconciliations
Review financial data for accuracy and completeness
Identify and recommend improvements to workflows and processes
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and union contract requirements

Benefits

Medical/Health Insurance
High Deductible Health Insurance and HSA Qualified Plan
HSA company match
Free Primary Care through Anovia Health
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life, Short-Term Disability, AD&D and Additional Supplemental Insurance Benefits
Company paid group Life and AD&D insurance
Company paid long-and-short-term disability insurance
Voluntary supplemental critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance
Voluntary Spouse/Child life insurance
401K
ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
Bonus program
Vacation and PTO time
10- paid holidays
Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Program