Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk is a dynamic role for the company engaging in both sides of the accounting cycle, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
This position is responsible for accounts receivable from creation to collection as well as assisting with our accounts payable process by actively matching purchase orders with shipping documentation for accurate and timely entry and release for payment.
The positions responsibilities include: Accounts Receivable: · Receive, match, and post customer payments via CC, check and ACH.
· Apply payments to statements and invoices and handle customer payment issues.
· Reconcile bank deposits and credit card charges at each location daily.
· Contact customers’ A/P departments for correct billing and contact information.
· Create new charge accounts through credit approval process.
· Contact customers on aged receivables and works with Store Managers to receive payments.
Recommends termination of charge account status as needed.
· Prepare and send out monthly statements and invoices to charge accounts.
Accounts Payable/Purchasing: · Match all parts department purchase orders/invoices and release them to accounts payable for payment.
· Communicate with store personnel on the status of parts department orders.
· Track backorders for resolution and communicates status to store personnel.
· Resolve discrepancies between orders and shipments.
· Work with the Vice President of Parts & Service to ensure system defined ordering quantities are sufficient for the business and make suggestions.
· Submit sold unit registrations and process rebates.
· Reconcile company credit card charges.
Office Administration: · Professional in-bound phone answering/routing.
· Organize the office and keep it clean and professional.
· Order and keep stock of all office, break room and cleaning supplies.
· Assist in general accounting activities with the accounting team as the business requires.
Required Skills and Experience: Associates degree or higher in business/accounting or equivalent experience in lieu of formal education 2+ years proven accounting experience in a fast-paced environment Competency in MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word and Excel Data entry and word processing experience Accuracy and problem solving skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be reliable and trustworthy Ability to interface professionally with customers, vendors and colleagues