Accounting Specialist - Dairy Manufacturing Bookkeeping

Dairy Farmers of America • Schuylkill Haven, PA • 16h ago

Job Description

General Purpose

Perform a variety of bookkeeping and accounting duties in support of daily, monthly, and yearly accounting activities and projects. Apply established procedures in the preparation and maintenance of accounting and other records. Ensure accurate accounting records; research and resolve discrepancies. Prepare financial, statistical, production, and/or technical reports. Demonstrate proficiency of bookkeeping accounting principles, but not at the skill and knowledge level of a fully trained accountant.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Use accounting or production software, databases, and/or spreadsheets

Maintain accurate and complete records, including ledgers, journals, invoices, receipts, and information related to supplies and inventory

Assist the accounting department in daily, monthly, and annual activities, including generating reports, assisting with audits, and resolving discrepancies

Verify and process accounts payable and receivable, invoices, payroll, and/or other financial transactions

Check for accuracy in figures, postings, and reports; reconcile or note and report any differences found in the records

Work with vendors and suppliers to ensure charges are accurate and that payments are received in a timely manner

Communicate with internal and external customers to discuss account statuses, charges, or discrepancies; utilize other team members as needed to resolve

Assist with or complete month-end closing procedures

Make standard calculations to accurately compile and report statistics

Generate, prepare, and distribute standard and ad-hoc reports

Prepare summaries, charts, and/or graphs as requested

Refer complex or atypical problems to higher level accounting employees

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Some post-secondary education or undergraduate degree in accounting or related curriculum preferred

1 to 3 years of accounting, book-keeping or related experience

Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and company computer systems

Knowledge of basic accounting principles

Able to complete basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail

Able to follow through on day-to-day responsibilities

Able to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to problem solve

Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

Able to maintain confidentiality of information

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range $20.00 - $24.00

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