Office Associate

Interstate Batteries • San Diego, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office Associate effectively operates the front desk position for the distributorship, including phones, paperwork, and general accounting. This role performs all administrative duties supporting distributor operations. Our mission is to be a trusted workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work. A company that people love and positively impacts the lives of all whom we touch. be your best self At Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us!

Requirements

• High school graduate (or equivalent).
• At least one year of administrative support experience in a warehouse or retail environment
• At least one year of bookkeeping or accounting experience, including AP, AR and Collections.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook and Excel.
• Multi-line phone experience required.
• Demonstrated use of professional etiquette required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills are required.
• Previous experience in a customer-facing role is required.
• Ability to multi-task, quickly transitioning from one function/task to the next.
• Demonstrates good organizational skills and can prioritize tasks
• Works with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Approaches tasks with a sense of urgency
• Must work effectively in a team environment
• Strong data entry skills

Nice To Haves

• Some college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable including auditing, paying and filing vendor invoices according to company policy and procedure, collections, preparing customer invoices, purchase orders and delivery tickets accurately and timely.
• Perform monthly, quarterly and year-end close efficiently, accurately and on schedule.
• Verify deposits are accurate and made on a timely basis.
• Upload and download handheld computer devices and process data according to a set schedule.
• Provide exceptional customer service both in person and over the phone
• Supports front counter retail as needed
• Maintain dealer database.
• Assist with inventory count and research variances.
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• company supported wellness program
• onsite fitness center
• Wide range of professional development opportunities, training, resources and tools
• Competitive pay and bonus structure
• saving and investment options that help you reach your financial goals and plan for your future

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees