Accounting Clerk

FPC International, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

10 paid holidays

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Online learning

Coaching

Job summary

Noble Company, a subsidiary of FPC International, Inc., is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support AP/AR processes, ensure timely vendor payments and customer collections, and assist with general accounting tasks. The role also includes handling customer service tasks for online orders and inquiries and maintaining accurate records.

The position is based in Spring Lake, MI, in-office, with a collaborative team and a strong benefits package including 401k match and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of office related work experience.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and AP/AR principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet use.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (AP) processing and support (40%).
• Accounts Receivable (AR) processing and collections (40%).
• Customer service tasks including online orders and inquiries (20%).

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Customer Service

ERP

Microsoft Excel

Freight Claims

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Noble Company, a subsidiary of FPC International, Inc., is seeking a motivated, technically savvy and strong problem solver to join our Accounting & Finance team as the Accounting Clerk. In this role, the Accounting Clerk will be responsible for providing support for both accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, ensuring accurate and timely payments to vendors and collection from customers, while also resolving discrepancies. Provides daily support to the AP/AR Specialist and Controller with regard to all general accounting tasks.

Our Culture:

Entrepreneurial, family friendly and great work life balance. New ideas are encouraged. Definitely an opportunity to make an impact! Very collaborative environment.

Location:

Spring Lake, MI in-office (7300 Enterprise Dr.)

Reports to:

Controller (who is located in onsite).

Team Dynamics:

On a team with other key contributors in the Accounting and Customer Service team. Works closely with all departments at Noble Company.

Travel:

None

Certifications:

None

The Ideal Candidate will have:

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or customer service experience. ERP, freight claims, and Microsoft Excel experience are preferred. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while providing excellent internal and external customer service.

Benefits:

We're a small company but have all the 'big company' benefits to offer including a401k match, medical, dental, vision, long & short term disability, life insurance, accidental, etc. We have10 paid holidaysthat start immediately and agenerous PTOplan that is based off years of service. We believe in investing in employee growth and as such offer a very generoustuition reimbursementprogram,online learning,coachingand other trainings as it relates to the role.

Sound Interesting? Below is more detail about the responsibilities of the role!

What you’ll be doing:

Accounts Payable (AP) Functions (~40%):

• Invoice Processing:Receiving, verifying,coding, matching invoices to receipt and purchase order,and processing vendor invoices.
• Support Payment Processing:Serving as back-up in preparing and processing payments to vendors ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Support Tax Filing:Serving as back-up in preparing and processing payments for monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns.
• Reconciling Accounts:Reconciling payments with vendor statements to ensure accuracy.
• Maintaining Records:Keeping accurate records of AP transactionsas well as assisting in maintaining fixed asset records.
• Resolving Discrepancies:Investigating and resolving any discrepancies or issues with vendor invoices or payments.

Accounts Receivable (AR) Functions (~40%):

• Invoice Generation:Serve as a backup in preparing and issuing invoices to customers.
• Retail Customer Collections: Following up on outstanding payments, investigating discrepancies and compiling supporting shipment documentation for submission to customers, and disputing any fees.
• Reconciling Accounts:Reconciling customer payments with the AR ledger.
• Maintaining Records:Keeping accurate records of AR transactions,and customer interactions regarding past due invoices.

Customer Service Responsibilities (~20%):

• Maintaining Online Store:Entering, processing, and monitoring customer orders ensuring accuracy.
• Online Order Acknowledgements: Ensuring customer online order acknowledgements and invoices are generated timely and accurately.
• Freight Claims: Receiving, evaluating, and responding to all freight claims.
• Processing Return Authorizations: Evaluating damaged products and processing customer returns.
• Customer Support: Interacting with customers via phone, email, online or in person to provide support and information on products, pricing, availability, and order tracking.

Background you’ll need:

Education, Training and/or Experience:

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of office related work such as filing, coordination, communications via email and other methods, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and abilities:

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the use of the internet.
• Developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Noble Company offers benefits, competitive salary, bonus potential, generous vacation, paid holidays, and 401K benefits. Noble Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Since 1946, Noble Company has manufactured premium-quality building products for a variety of industries, including tile, plumbing, heating & cooling, and fire sprinkler. Acquired by FPC International, Inc. in February of 2016, Noble products are manufactured in facilities in Spring Lake, Michigan, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Known in each industry for reliability and exceeding applicable standards, Noble Company products include Chloraloy® and NobleSeal® waterproofing sheet membranes; FreeStyle Linear Drains™; NOBURST® antifreeze/heat transfer fluid; FireFighter® antifreeze; and others.

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