Accounting clerk

J-TECH; Chester Springs (PA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

J-Tech is seeking an Accounting Clerk to manage accounts payable processes, assist with a five‑day month end close, and support general accounting functions on-site in Pennsylvania. The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work independently with accuracy.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, vendor setup, tax filings, and coordinating with purchasing to resolve discrepancies, while supporting other accounting tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred.
• 3+ years related accounting experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word; ERP experience a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and complete a full cycle electronic Accounts Payable process, matching invoices to purchase orders and entering non-PO invoices.
• Process checks and ACH transactions to vendors weekly.
• Reconcile Accounts Payable open invoices monthly with vendor statements.
• Set up new vendors and complete credit applications as needed.
• Communicate frequently with vendors and coordinate with Purchasing to resolve PO discrepancies.
• Monitor accrual accounts payable quarterly and assist with payments for new/used chassis outside of regular AP process.
• Monitor PA sales and use tax and file returns monthly; handle other states’ tax returns annually.
• Provide backup support for accounts receivable when needed.
• Reconcile monthly GL expense accounts during close; upload purchasing card activity to GL.
• Report vehicle maintenance costs and assist management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

ERP systems

Job description

A career at J-Tech is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to help fulfill the vision and build the future of J-Tech!

The J-Tech vision is to “Make Roads Safer Workplaces” by focusing on our core mission while utilizing advanced technologies to enhance highway safety, creating manufacturing efficiencies, and by continuing to put a team in place to fulfill that mission. Join J-Tech to help shape the future of highway safety and make roads safer workplaces.

To help you get to know J-Tech, we have listed our core values that form the foundation for our company. J-Tech was built using these Core Values and Guiding Principles to guide and empower decision‑making throughout the J-TECH organization.

• INTEGRITY: We are honest, ethical, and fair.


• INNOVATION: There is always a better way.


• SAFETY: Safety drives what we do.


• PROFITABILITY: A fair dollar for a superior product.


• ACCOUNTABILITY: If it is up to me. It is up to me.


• QUALITY: What we do, we do well.


• COLLABORATION: Leverage collective genius.


• TECHNOLOGY: Embrace the digital transformation.

Make the difference in ‘Making Roads Safer Workplaces’ and join the J-Tech team!

Summary

The Accounting Clerk performs accounts payable duties along with various other accounting duties. Assists Controller with a 5-day month end close.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitor and complete a full cycle electronic Accounts Payable process, which includes matching invoices to purchase orders received. Enter non-PO invoices. Processes checks and ACH transactions to vendors weekly.


• Reconcile Accounts Payable open invoices to system monthly with vendor’s statements.


• Set up new vendors in the system. Complete credit applications when necessary.


• Frequent communication with vendors.


• Work with purchasing to solve purchase order discrepancies.


• Monitor and adjust accrual accounts payable quarterly.


• Assistant and monitor payments to vendors for new and used chassis outside of weekly accounts payable process.


• Monitor PA sales and use tax and file return monthly. Assign use tax when necessary.


• Monitor other states’ sales tax and file return annually.


• Be a backup for accounts receivable when needed.


• Reconcile various monthly general ledger expense accounts during month end process.


• Monitor and process purchasing card activity and upload to Global Shop general ledger monthly.


• Manage vehicle maintenance costs quarterly. Report to management.


• Handle special projects as assigned.


• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education And/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED required, Associate Degree in Accounting or related field preferred; 3+ years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word; ERP experience a plus.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work in a self‑directed manner, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.

Salary is negotiable and depends on experience and skill sets.

On site Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm

40 hours a week