Reporting to Supervisor, Receivables, Payables and Credit or his/her designee, this position is responsible for handling accounting transactions related to processing of invoices for payment, AR Cash Application of payments and other operations as necessary. This position is critical to ensuring and verifying accuracy, reconciling and entering data.
- Prepares daily accounts payable payment batches.
- Prepares daily accounts receivable payment batches.
- Responsible for validation of daily AR receipt batches.
- Providing information for auditors.
- Prints the check run for all divisions.
- Responsible to set up new accounts in accounts receivable and accounts payable systems.
- Prepares and completes journal entries.
- Performs functions of monthly close of accounting transactions for accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Processes accounts payable credit card transactions.
- Resolves issues and corrects inaccuracies, including dealing with vendors, customers and other departments.
- Assists with tariff transactions and documentation.
- Assists as needed in other functions of the accounting department.
- Responsible to perform other duties of equal or lesser classification irrespective of required change in department, hours (including mandatory overtime) or work conditions as directed by supervisor.
- Responsible for regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Cross training and substitution of tasks that may be of higher classification as required by supervision.
- Associates Degree in accounting, finance or related field or demonstrated equivalent experience in bookkeeping transactions or accounting work.
- Proficient knowledge of personal computer systems used, including Microsoft Office programs.
- Strong attention to details and the ability to work under the pressure of deadlines.
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written to work with vendors and others.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work/communicate effectively and respectfully with co-workers and to adhere to Brodart rules, policies and standards of conduct.
- Normal office environment, close and distant vision, using hands and fingers to handle and feel, talk and hear, sitting, lifting up to 10 lbs. frequently. Standing and walking, lifting up to 25 lbs. occasionally (NON REMOTE)
- This position is subject to scheduled overtime which may be required based on departmental needs..
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Brodart Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent experience in bookkeeping or accounting work.
- Proficient knowledge of personal computer systems, including Microsoft Office programs.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under deadline pressure.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for working with vendors and others.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills; ability to follow company rules, policies, and standards of conduct.
- Ability to work in a non-remote office environment and meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Availability for scheduled overtime when required by departmental needs.
What We Do
Brodart Co. is a full-service provider of products and services for libraries, schools, businesses, and other institutions. Its offerings include shelf-ready books, book distribution, library supplies, furniture, book-care products, ordering systems, bibliographic support, collection-development tools, and consulting. Founded around its 1939 library book-jacket-cover innovation, the company serves customers across North America and the Pacific Rim through an international operation worldwide.
