Accounting Specialist

Upper Lakes Foods•Cloquet, MN

27d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Specialist to join our dynamic accounting team. In this role, you will primarily support Accounts Receivable functions. You will also provide backup support across the department, assist with documenting processes and work on special projects. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, follows established procedures and can balance routine responsibilities with project-based work.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Must have proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel as well as the ability to quickly learn Upper Lakes Foods’ software system
Must have a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong desire for continued growth and learning

Nice To Haves

Two Year Accounting Degree preferred
Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable
Sales tax processing
Microsoft Office-Excel, Word, Outlook

Responsibilities

Process monthly sales tax returns for multiple states.
Maintain licensing for multiple distribution centers.
Process ACH/EFT/Credit Card Transactions.
Provide sales staff accurate forms for setting up new customers including running financial backgrounds.
Review accuracy of invoices, credits, discounts, debt information.
Apply funds to specific customer accounts.
Point of contact for customer/sales with questions regarding past due, statements, pricing issues.
Provide the customer/sales or supervisors invoices, payment remittance, statements with specific information to properly reconcile with customer.
Organize customer files, document, file, archive all detailed information.
Review past due, provide timelines to the sales staff to ensure customer is in terms.
Work with the Credit Manager to change terms as directed.
Send past due/over 90 day reports weekly to appropriate sales staff.
Occasionally process/pay invoices and prepare checks.
Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Company, and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge, and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, of others, or to property. Defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation.
Requires regular attendance to perform essential elements as contained herein between the assigned start and end times for work.
Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.