Invoicing Assistant

Hampton Lumber • Portland, OR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Hampton Lumber is looking for an Invoicing Assistant to join our team in our corporate office located in Portland, Oregon. The primary role of the Invoicing Assistant is to perform all basic-level functions within the Invoicing group of Hampton Lumber Sales (HLS). This individual will play an integral part in ensuring transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner, and communicating with other groups within HLS when issues arise. We are looking for an individual who is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses strong customer service skills. This position will report directly to the Import and Invoicing Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Able to perform all recurring functions independently, without assistance
• A proactive attitude, willingness to work in a team environment, and commitment to provide a high level of customer service are required
• Computer skills required include working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, and Outlook, with competency in Microsoft Excel, and preferably with Lumber Track experience
• Strong written and verbal communication and confident decision-making required
• Critical thinking and attention to detail required, with excellent problem-solving skills and a high level of accuracy and efficiency
• Superior organizational skills, plus the ability to initiate and handle multiple projects and deadlines, and the ability to work with multiple internal customers and team members from varied levels and functional backgrounds
• Self-starter with the ability to accept or take on additional responsibility and develop their own agenda to support the requirements of internal customers

Nice To Haves

• A college degree in Business Administration is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform DocuWare indexing, ensuring all vendor invoices are processed and accounted for
• Process and distribute vendor invoices to other members of the invoicing team for reconciliation
• Oversee EDI transactions such as invoices, ASNs, and order status reports
• Develop basic knowledge and understanding of all HLS business models, including: Back-to-back transactions (BTBs) Wholesale inventory sales and other indirect purchases Mill sales orders Shipments and receipts (including advance shipping notices, or ASNs) Basic cost adjustments, inventory adjustments, and vendor adjustments
• Establish working relationships with customers, vendors, and off-site Hampton employees
• Interact and proactively communicate with HLS Traffic and Sales Support staff
• Develop and implement other agreed upon process improvements for Invoicing duties
• Provide backup for other members of the Invoicing group and respond promptly to other related duties, as needed

Benefits

• Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
• 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
• Paid time off, including eight paid holidays
• Opportunity to earn bonuses
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
• Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees