Accounting Coordinator

James Hardie•Tacoma, WA

6d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Coordinator I supports finance and operations by managing assigned accounting activities and ensuring timely, purposeful communication and escalations. Core responsibilities include entering and reconciling production and operational data, escalating discrepancies, and supporting the execution of the monthly SOX controls. The role serves as the site ‘production confirmation key point of contact and partners closely with operational stakeholders. This position is also responsible for the accurate and timely receipt of raw materials and goods purchased in SAP, including the reconciliation of the key raw material. This role also supports the buyer process by assisting in researching of invoicing, purchase orders, and aged receipts. Additionally, the Accounting Coordinator I provides support in month-end close activities. The role may also be asked to perform non-basic task including financial items such as entering data to support RTY reporting, and/or in quarterly fixed asset and capital spare verifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 1 year of experience in a supporting accounting role or equivalent education preferred
Manufacturing environment experience preferred
Experience with an ERP system; SAP exposure a plus
Experience working in excel and other Microsoft applications is preferred
Excellent customer service skills both in-person and over the phone
Be curious, take initiative, and ask questions
Detail oriented with a concern for accuracy and ensuring that processes and tasks are completed correctly
Solid organizational skills with ability to manage time and resources to ensure work is completed
Take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences; seek guidance from finance leadership as needed
Reliability, detail, oriented, ambitious, works well in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision and regular interruptions
Solid grasp of Excel, confident using an ERP system and other databases
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Collaborate as part of a team towards common goals
Ability to work limited overtime as needed (primarily during month-end close)
Willing to wear safety PPE as required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in accounting or related field is a plus

Responsibilities

Daily/Ad-hoc tasks: Production entry (Sheet Machine, Finishing), Review and coordinate quality control product release/ block, Production reconciliations, Raw material receiving, Review ad assist with accounts payable
Monthly tasks: Support day 0 production closure, Complete and document production and accounts payable related SOX tasks, Provide accounts payable accrual related journal entry review and preparation support, Review and maintain aged GR/IR
Supporting cost accountants on tasks as needed
Act as backup for storeroom receiving