Accounting Assistant

Columbia Forest Products; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Forest Products in Craigsville, WV is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support the financial and operational success of the Craigsville facility. The role focuses on timber-related accounting activities, reporting timber and production data, and assisting with payroll, cost tracking, and month-end close.

You will maintain inventory records for timber and raw materials, reconcile purchase orders, and assist with procurement and reporting in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of clerical or accounting experience.
• Knowledge of office procedures and customer relations protocol.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process daily timber and mill production reports.
• Manage accounts payable and assist with vendor inquiries.
• Assist with payroll reporting and verification.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for timber and raw materials.
• Support cost tracking for production and maintenance activities.
• Prepare and reconcile purchase orders for supplies and services.
• Assist with month-end closing tasks and reporting.
• Answer and route internal and external phone calls.
• Perform general office duties including data entry and file maintenance.

Skills

Accounts payable

Payroll reporting

Inventory management

Data entry

Purchase orders

Month-end close

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Job description

The Accounting Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the financial and operational success of our Craigsville facility. This position focuses on timber-related accounting activities while providing essential assistance to the plant’s accounting team. You will be responsible for accurate reporting of timber and production data, processing accounts payable, and assisting with payroll and cost tracking. In addition, you’ll help maintain inventory records, reconcile purchase orders, and support month-end close processes. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where accuracy and timeliness are key

Leads as an example of CFP’s values: SAWS - CustomerService, Absolute Integrity, We Are Family, Share the Success

• Process daily timber and mill production reports
• Manage accounts payable and assist with vendor inquiries
• Assist with payroll reporting and verification
• Maintain accurate inventory records for timber and raw materials
• Support cost tracking for production and maintenance activities
• Prepare and reconcile purchase orders for supplies and services
• Assist with month-end closing tasks and reporting
• Answer and route internal and external phone calls
• Perform general office duties, including file maintenance, data entry, word processing, photocopying, and special projects as assigned

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• Associate Degree or Bachelor’s in Accounting preferred or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant clerical or accounting experience
• Knowledge of office and administrative procedures, including phone and customer relations protocol
• Effective communication skills and high attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and solve problems effectively

PPE Requirements

• PPE required when on the plant floor.
• This role primarily operates in an office setting with moderate exposure to noise, fumes, airborne particles and varying temperatures while on the plant floor.

Position will work on-site at Craigsville, WV, location.

Preferred

Basic computer literacy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Advanced

Oral Communication Skills

Intermediate

Problem Solving Skills

Intermediate

Work in a fast pace environment

Intermediate

Strong Attention to Detail

Advanced

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Goal Completion

: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Education

Preferred

Associates or better in Accounting or related field.

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Experience

Required

1 year:

Relevant clerical or accounting experience

Equal Opportunity Employer
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