Accounting/Billing Clerk

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to producing high-quality steel products. This role involves processing invoices, managing billing, and ensuring accurate data entry in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to safety and quality, you will contribute to a team that values continuous improvement and effective communication. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for teamwork, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in a supportive atmosphere. Apply today to become part of an inclusive culture that thrives on innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in a professional office setting preferred.
• Previous billing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process freight vendor invoices and customer billing accurately.
• Communicate professionally with employees, vendors, and corporate offices.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Billing Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer

Phone

Printer

Calculator

Job description

Sterling Steel Company produces over 500,000 tons of wire rod annually. Customers use this rod for various applications, including Leggett & Platt making bed springs, which they invented. Leggett & Platt is not only our largest customer but also the owner after purchasing NWSW in 2002.

Our Mission

It is the mission of Sterling Steel Company to be the Safest and Lowest Cost provider of Quality Steel.

We are committed to meeting all established requirements and expectations of our customers and to a philosophy of Continuous Quality Improvement. Achieving these goals requires teamwork, dedication, and ongoing training from all our 275+ employees.

About Leggett & Platt

Leggett & Platt’s overall mission is to enhance lives by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and contributing to a better future.

With a heritage spanning over 130 years, Leggett & Platt is a leading supplier of a wide range of products including mattress springs, carpet cushions, bedding machinery, and erosion-control products. We design, manufacture, and sell products globally, serving industries such as aerospace, hydraulic cylinders, flooring, textiles, and geo-components.

We have been a pioneer in bedding components technology since inventing the bedspring in 1885 and hold numerous patents in the mattress industry.

Job Responsibilities

Contribute to Sterling Steel's safe production of high-quality products at the lowest cost by:

• Processing freight vendor invoices and customer billing accurately and timely.
• Receiving and reviewing shipping paperwork.
• Verifying prices and shipment types on paperwork against entries in LPCS; researching variances.
• Sending information electronically to corporate accounting for payment processing.
• Matching paper copies of invoices with shipment paperwork and noting correct accounting distribution.
• Scanning and electronically sending invoices to corporate accounting.
• Entering and updating journal entries in Excel using established pivot tables and formulas.
• Supporting other positions in SSC Accounting as needed.
• Maintaining physical files and working on special projects.
• Managing workload to meet deadlines.
• Communicating professionally with employees, vendors, customers, and corporate offices.
• Following all safety, work, and company policies.

Qualifications

Experience/Education:

• 1-5 years of work experience, preferably in a professional office setting.
• Previous billing experience is preferred.
• Exposure to manufacturing billing is a plus.
• High school diploma required.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Understanding of billing, POs, and basic math.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Outgoing personality for initiating conversations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness to learn and apply new information.

Physical Demands & Equipment

• Dexterity to operate office equipment.
• Ability to work seated at a desk on a computer most of the day.
• Strength and stamina to maneuver around the office and occasionally drive to Shipping.
• Lifting up to 15 pounds.

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Computer, Phone, Printer, Calculator.

Next Steps & Values

We invite you to apply today and join our team. Create a profile and sign up for job alerts to stay informed about new opportunities.

Our core values include:

• Putting People First
• Doing the Right Thing
• Doing Great Work Together
• Taking Ownership and Raising the Bar

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture and promoting equity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.

Leggett & Platt is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accessibility or application assistance, please contact us via email.