Bookkeeper

Acme Barricades LC•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Bookkeeper is able to perform various Corporate office functions including the successful follow-up and status of the company’s outstanding receivables, accounts payable, general ledger compiling financial information. This position works closely with Accounts Receivable Specialist, Accounting staff, Controller, other Corporate Office positions, Branch Managers, and customers/clients. Customer service attitude, attention to detail and accuracy of reporting in a fast-paced environment is essential. A successful applicant is eager to learn and develop existing skills in many various areas of a Corporate office. Essential Job Functions: Includes, but is not limited to, the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions may be required as deemed necessary by management personnel to contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Establishing follow-ups and working with AR Specialist to effectively collect outstanding balances Complete customer credit applications for Senior Management review Research and file NTO or Bonding Letters Assist the Accounting Team with monthly closing process Assist Accounts Payable department Assist Billing Department Prepare lien releases for Senior Management review & sign-off Perform ad-hoc projects and requests from Corporate Management Assist HR department with onboarding and data entry Manage customer payment methods such as checks, credit card, ACH, wires, etc. Open and distribute the mail

Requirements

Change Management – Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Communication – Written, verbal or non-verbal means of expressing ideas effectively including adjusting language, terminology or the organization of concepts to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative – Volunteers readily; Being proactive; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Integrity/Honesty – Recognizes when being faced with making a decision or exhibiting behavior that may break with commonly held personal or social values; understands the effects of violating these beliefs and codes on an organization, oneself, and others; and chooses an ethical course of action.
Leadership – Ability to influence others such that they can be guided towards a planned direction; Using appropriate, multiple interpersonal styles to inspire and move others down a path to achieving a goal.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Works effectively with team or group outside the formal lines of authority; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
Work Standards - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to develop & maintain positive relations with internal management & external customer
Ability to meet multiple deadlines, multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Highly organized and extreme attention to detail
Strong computer and data entry skills and experience with Microsoft Office
Customer Service Attitude
Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
Occasional lifting up to ten lbs.
Ability to work in a climate-controlled office environment
Vision adequate (including corrected vision) to perform essential job functions
Hearing (including corrected hearing) adequate to understand verbal information and maintain conversations for an hour or more over a telephone in order to perform essential job functions.
Ability to read and write in English in order to process paperwork and communicate with clients and internal customers
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Must have manual dexterity required for repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Extended use of a computer, keypad or phone

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred
Prior experience in Corporate office environment preferred
Highly proficient in Excel, generally good with technology

Responsibilities

Establishing follow-ups and working with AR Specialist to effectively collect outstanding balances
Complete customer credit applications for Senior Management review
Research and file NTO or Bonding Letters
Assist the Accounting Team with monthly closing process
Assist Accounts Payable department
Assist Billing Department
Prepare lien releases for Senior Management review & sign-off
Perform ad-hoc projects and requests from Corporate Management
Assist HR department with onboarding and data entry
Manage customer payment methods such as checks, credit card, ACH, wires, etc.
Open and distribute the mail

Benefits

Competitive pay and growth
Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Vacation and PTO (paid time off)
401(k) plan + Company match

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