Accounting Assistant II

100 Wilsonart LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Company-paid disability

FSAs and dependent care options

Vision and legal benefits

Gym discounts and wellness clinics

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities to grow

Internal mobility and training

Job summary

Wilsonart is hiring an Accounting Assistant II to join our Columbia-based team. You will verify transactions, process invoices, and prepare financial reports while supporting month-end close. The role emphasizes accuracy, vendor relations, and timely payments.

Ideal candidates bring ERP experience with SAP/Oracle/NetSuite and strong Excel skills, and possess an Associate degree with 3+ years in accounting. We offer growth, mentorship, and a balanced work environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; 1 year experience may substitute for 1 year of degree.
• 3+ years accounting experience
• ERP systems experience (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite) and advanced Excel Pivot Tables

Responsibilities

• Verifies and posts details of business transactions and reconciles ledgers.
• Processes vouchers, invoices, checks, and account statements.
• Generates financial reports and analyzes account trends.
• Performs month-end close support and resolves discrepancies.
• Schedules payments via ACH, wire, or checks.
• Maintains vendor records and manages aging reports.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Spreadsheet skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Excel (Pivot Tables)

Job description

Win at Wilsonart At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care. You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Here, you’ll win with:

• Support that keeps you well
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• FSAs and dependent care options
• Vision and legal benefits
• Gym discounts and wellness clinics
• Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependents
• Opportunities to grow
• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
• Training, coaching, and mentorship
• Development programs to support your goals
• Time for what matters
• Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
• A culture that respects work-life balance

Job Description: Position Overview – Accounting Assistant II Wilsonart, Columbia, has an immediate opening for an Accounting Assistant II.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verifies and posts details of business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed
• Computes and records charges, refunds, cost of lost or damaged goods, freight charges, rentals, and similar items
• Processes and keys vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records
• Sorts and reviews data for correctness, including financial documents, invoices, checks and other business transactions
• Maintains and reconciles information of assigned general ledger accounts
• Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.
• Gathers monthly sales and data per location
• Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
• Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments and adjustments
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Obtains necessary approvals for non-inventory invoices
• Schedules and executes payments (ACH, checks, wires)
• Generates and sends invoices and statements to customers
• Records daily cash, check, and credit card payments
• Tracks and manages aging reports to identify overdue accounts
• Follows up with customers on past-due balances
• Processes credit memos and refunds
• Assists with month-end closing procedures
• Invoice Processing: Reviews, verifies, and enters vendor invoices into the accounting system with accurate general ledger (GL) coding.
• Three-Way Matching: Compares vendor invoices against purchase orders (POs) and receives reports to ensure the company only pays for received goods/services.
• Payment Execution: Schedules and performs payment run via ACH, wire transfers, or checks according to vendor terms.
• Vendor Management: Onboards new vendors, maintains updated W-9/1099 records, and resolves billing disputes or inquiries

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Skill in utilizing spreadsheets and databases
• Ability to type sufficient to input data
• Ability to operate a calculator by touch
• Ability to track problems to source documents
• Ability to work independently
• Skill in identifying problems and developing solutions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and strong Microsoft Excel skills specifically using pivot tables
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication skills for vendor/customer interaction

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate Degree Required or equivalent combination of education and experience; 1yr experience may substitute for 1yr of degree Business Administration or a closely related field

• 3+ years
• Accounting experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sitting in the same location of standing/walking; required to stoop, climb or lift light material (10-20lbs) or equipment.

ENVIRONMENT

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Examples: executive, management, and support positions.

Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference.

If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

Wilsonart is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

At Wilsonart, we believe in the power of possibilities. Making surfaces that combine form and function. Flexibility and durability. Practicality and possibility. With our engineered surfaces, we can replicate the surfaces of nature. We can create new, inspired looks with more durable, sustainable materials. If it can be imagined, we can make it happen. We manufacture and distribute High Pressure Laminate, Coordinated TFL and Edgeband, Quartz, Solid Surface, Epoxy, and other decorative engineered surfaces for use in the office, education, healthcare, residential, hospitality, and retail markets.