Accounting/Billing Clerk

Leggett & Platt; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the steel industry is seeking an Accounting Analyst / Billing Clerk to contribute to high-quality product production. The role involves processing invoices, verifying shipping paperwork, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Join a team committed to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years work experience in a professional office setting.
• Previous billing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process freight vendor invoices and customer billing accurately.
• Verify shipping paperwork and maintain physical files.
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment dates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective verbal communication

Ability to multi-task

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer

Microsoft Excel

Phone

Printer

Scanner

Job description

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

It is the mission of Sterling Steel Company to be the safest and lowest cost provider of quality steel.

We are committed to conforming to all established requirements and expectations of our customers and to a philosophy of continuous quality improvement.

Meeting these goals requires teamwork, dedication, and ongoing training from all our 275+ employees.

Leggett & Platt’s overall mission is a commitment to enhance lives by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and doing our part in bringing about a better future.

Leggett & Platt’s inventive heritage and leadership in the residential products industry span more than 130 years. As The Components People, we are the leading supplier of a wide range of products and components for all areas of life, including mattress springs, carpet cushion, bedding machinery, and erosion-control products.

From aerospace tubing and fabricated assemblies to flooring underlayment and carpet cushion, Leggett & Platt has divisions that design, manufacture, and sell a variety of products. Our reliable product development and launch capability, coupled with our global footprint, make us a trusted partner for customers in aerospace, hydraulic cylinders, flooring, textile, and geo components industries.

Learn more about the history of Leggett: https://leggett.com/history

Bedding

The world leader in bedding technology.

Leggett & Platt has been the driving force in bedding components technology since inventing the bedspring in 1885. Now, we own more mattress industry patents than anyone in the world.

Springs, foam, adjustable beds, machinery – our Bedding businesses design, produce, and supply innovative sleep solutions that help you rest comfortably.

Learn more about Bedding Components: L&P Bedding Group

Job Title:

Accounting Analyst / Billing Clerk

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Branch Controller

Direct Reports:

n/a

Schedule:

M-F – 40 hours

Location:

SSC Admin office

Overview:

Contribute to Sterling Steel by safely producing high-quality products at the lowest cost through correctly and timely processing of freight vendor invoices and customer billing.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Receive and review shipping paperwork
• Verify prices and shipment type on paperwork match entries in LPCS; research variances
• Electronically send information to corporate accounting for payment processing
• Receive packing slips from Central Storage and verify POs and receive shipment online
• Send any unmatched packing slips to Purchasing for further review
• Answer vendor calls regarding payment dates
• Physically match paper copies of invoices with appropriate shipment paperwork
• Make note of correct accounting distribution on invoice, scan, and electronically send to corporate accounting for processing
• Enter and update journal entries in Excel using established pivot tables and formulas
• Provide support or coverage to other positions in SSC Accounting department
• Maintain physical files
• Work on special projects when assigned
• Manage workload to ensure tasks are completed by deadlines
• Communicate professionally with employees, vendors, customers, and corporate office via phone, email, or in person
• Communicate with Supervisor regarding assignments, training, and questions
• Utilize work time efficiently, including self-assigning productive work
• Report to work as scheduled
• Follow all related SJPs and SSC Policies and work rules
• Comply with all SSC Safety rules
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience/Education:

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

Knowledge/Skills:

• Understanding of billing, POs, and basic math
• Proficient or advanced in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Attention to detail and accurate data entry
• Organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to collaborate and support team members and others across the company
• Work independently or with others
• Outgoing personality to initiate conversations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• Willingness to learn and apply new information

Physical Demands:

• Dexterity to operate office equipment
• Ability to work seated at a desk on a computer
• Strength and stamina to maneuver around the office
• Ability to drive to and walk in Shipping area occasionally
• Lift up to 15 pounds

Tools/Machines/Equipment Used:

• Computer
• Phone
• Printer
• Scanner/Copier/Fax
• Calculator

What to Do Next

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Our Values

• Put People First: commitment to safety, care, learning, and inclusion.
• Do the Right Thing: acting with honesty, integrity, and pride.
• Do Great Work…Together: engaging, collaborating, embracing challenges.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar: adding value, challenging the status quo, fostering innovation.

Our Commitment to You

We promote an inclusive culture and equitable practices. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. Join us!

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability Employer

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