Log Accounting Clerk - Days - Roseburg, OR

Swanson Group, Inc.•Roseburg, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Swanson Group Position Title: Log Accounting Clerk - Days - Roseburg, OR Reports to: Accounting Department Department: Administration / Accounting – Corporate Office Hours per shift: 9 hour shift, with two 10-minute breaks and a 1-hour lunch, overtime may include nights, weekends, or holidays, as business needs dictate. Occasional schedule flexibility is required, including periodic early start times as early as 6:00 a.m. to provide log yard scale shack coverage and attendance at weekly KPI meetings beginning at 6:45 a.m. Wage: Dependent on experience, Salary non-exempt Position Purpose: Responsible for all aspects of documenting, recording and maintaining information pertaining to the purchasing and/or distribution of timber; whether it is logs or by-products. This position also supports month-end and year-end accounting activities, serves as backup for other administrative and accounting functions, and assists the Controller and accounting team with reporting, analysis, and special projects as needed.

Requirements

College degree in accounting or business-related concentration is preferred, but equivalent work experience is acceptable
Must pass basic office skills pre-employment test
Must possess excellent data entry, 10-key and computer skills. Strong Excel & database knowledge required and MS Word & M3/SSRS reporting are preferable
Work accuracy, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and ability to meet strict deadlines are required
Must be able to work at fast pace with frequent interruptions while maintaining accuracy
Must be able to troubleshoot
Must possess strong communication skills
Must possess a customer service and can-do attitude

Responsibilities

Process purchased logs from daily transmission of detail from Log Scaling Bureau(s)
Upload data into log accounting system and verify accuracy
Issue vouchers and payments for logs
Enter log purchase agreements into log accounting system
Monitor logs sold from log yard, trucking invoices, and accounts receivable
Coordinate with forestry, operations, and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies related to log scaling, pricing, and invoicing
Weekly Forestry KPI Reporting and attend weekly Forestry meeting
Forestry Safety committee recorder
Processing of by-products to include data uploads, invoicing, and payment processing
Maintain accurate supporting documentation and audit trails for log purchases and sales
Support month-end, year-end, and special accounting or reporting projects as assigned
Serve as backup for the log yard scale shack attendant, including scheduled breaks, to support continuity of log yard operations
Provide phone coverage and administrative support to executives, accounting, sales, IT and operational teams while maintaining a professional office environment
Deliver strong customer service and communication to internal and external stakeholders
Ensure that office area is organized
Present a professional, well-groomed appearance in accordance with company office standards.
Assist with additional accounting, administrative or clerical tasks as assigned
Support special projects assigned by management or executive leadership
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Corporate Controller and CFO