Junior Accountant

HEF and TS US•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The HEF Group has been a global leader in the science of tribology for more than 50 years and offers innovative nitriding surface treatments and PVD thin-film coating solutions for corrosion, wear and friction reduction of automotive and industrial machinery components. Today HEF is active in more than 40 countries throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas, engaged in providing Liquid Nitriding services & chemicals; PVD based coating services; tribology testing services; and supplying engineered sleeve bearings & bushings for demanding industrial applications. HEF Group operates a global service jobbing network that provides our nitriding treatments and PVD coating services to manufacturers of automotive components and precision components used in industrial equipment such as pumps, valves, compressors, hydraulic gearboxes etc. TS USA, a subsidiary of HEF Group, which operates several processing facilities in the US, is seeking an entry level junior accountant. For more information about HEF, please visit www.hefusa.net. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our accounting team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent college graduate or someone nearing completion of a two-year Accounting degree who is looking to begin and grow their accounting career. No previous accounting work experience is required. We are willing to train the right candidate who has a solid educational foundation and understanding of basic accounting principles, is eager to learn, and can adapt to new procedures and processes. The primary focus of this position will be Accounts Payable, working within a paperless AP environment and processing weekly check runs using Sage 50. The Junior Accountant will also assist with general accounting and month-end close responsibilities and will be cross-trained in Accounts Receivable to develop a well-rounded understanding of the accounting function.

Requirements

Associate degree (two-year degree) in accounting preferred, or currently nearing completion of an accounting degree.
Foundational knowledge and understanding of accounting principles gained through college coursework.
Ability and willingness to learn new accounting systems, procedures, and processes.
Ability to adapt to changes and follow established procedures while learning new ways of working.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Ability to meet weekly and monthly deadlines.
Willingness to ask questions, learn from feedback, and continuously develop accounting skills.
Ability to work independently after training while also working effectively as part of a team.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with financial and payroll information.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable activities within a paperless AP environment.
Review invoices for accuracy, proper coding, documentation, and required approvals.
Enter and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
Prepare and process weekly check runs using Sage 50.
Maintain accurate electronic AP records and supporting documentation.
Research and assist with resolving invoice and payment discrepancies.
Respond to vendor inquiries as needed.
Help ensure vendor payments are processed according to established payment terms.
Follow established internal controls, accounting procedures, and AP processes.
Reconcile monthly accrual accounts and maintain supporting schedules.
Reconcile and maintain prepaid expense accounts, including monthly activity and amortization.
Prepare and post payroll journal entries.
Assist with account reconciliations and research discrepancies.
Prepare and post journal entries as assigned.
Assist the accounting team with the monthly month-end closing process.
Ensure transactions are accurately recorded in the appropriate accounting period.
Maintain organized supporting documentation for balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close activities.
Assist with audit documentation and requests as needed.
Crosstrain on Accounts Receivable functions to provide backup support when needed.
Learn customer payment posting and other AR processes.
Assist with customer account reconciliations and research discrepancies.
Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable during vacations, absences, and periods of increased workload.