Accounting Clerk

North Coast Seafoods; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

North Coast Seafoods is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our fast-paced finance team. You will handle daily accounting duties including billing, accounts receivable and accounts payable, under the supervision of the Controller.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of accounting experience, strong Excel and analytical skills, and a proven ability to work quickly and accurately in a manufacturing environment. This role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years proven experience working within an accounting department
• Experience in a fast-paced environment preferred
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Work with various members of the accounting department to complete daily routines
• Participate in daily reconciliations
• Provide accurate deadline driven work
• Maintain files for accounts receivable, billing and accounts payable
• Assist with accounts receivable and the application of customer payments
• Review bills for accuracy and proper coding
• Assist with the organization of paperwork
• Speak to clients about payments, refunds, and statements
• Other duties as assigned
• 2+ years proven experience in accounting department
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

MS Word

Outlook

Numerical aptitude

Education

BS degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for various daily accounting duties within our fast-paced department. These will range from billing to accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.

The Accounting Clerk's daily tasks are detailed, high-volume, deadline-based work. They will need strong excel and analytical skills, to ensure accurate and timely results. Opportunity for growth over time.

This role does not assign work, issue jobs, manage labor, or direct other employees.

This position reports to the Controller.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with various members of the accounting department to complete daily routines
• Participate in daily reconciliations
• Provide accurate deadline driven work
• Maintain files for accounts receivable, billing and accounts payable
• Assist with accounts receivable and the application of customer payments
• Review bills for accuracy and proper coding
• Assist with the organization of paperwork
• Speak to clients about payments, refunds, and statements
• Other duties as assigned
• 2+ years proven experience working within an accounting department
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, a plus
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or any other related field, preferred
• Motivated to learn and take on new challenges and base level work at the same time
• Ability to work fast and efficiently
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical

North Coast Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

At North Coast, employees are considered part of a family where everyone works together to ensure the founding mission and values of the company are upheld every day. We offer an inclusive work environment spearheaded by an approachable leadership team who believes in the idea that it's not just about the work we do, it's about what the work allows us to do for our loved ones.

We foster the opportunity for real growth and long-term employment. Most members of our leadership team started out on the floor and through mentorship advanced into their current roles. We are currently looking to build the next generation of leaders.

We offer competitive compensation packages including comprehensive health care coverage, vacation and 401(k) to all full-time benefit-eligible employees. Employees also have access to the highest quality seafood at cost.

This position is a non-exempt.