Accounting Clerk

metalsusacareers; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Health insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

HSA & FSA

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group is seeking an accounting-focused professional to manage inventory costing, billing, and ERP workflows within a structured office environment. This role supports cost accounting, invoicing, and financial reporting while collaborating with multiple departments to ensure accuracy and timely processing.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in accounting or administrative roles, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; accounting-related coursework preferred.
• 1–2 years in accounting, billing, order entry, inventory or admin.
• Experience with inventory costing, job costing, ERP-based cost accounting.
• Order entry experience required; accuracy in high-volume, deadline-driven work.
• Proficient with Excel and ERP systems; strong numerical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive physical inventory and record PO receipts in ERP accurately.
• Calculate and record inventory costs from production and materials.
• Review POs, invoices, receiving records, and shipping docs for accuracy.
• Verify inventory quantities, material specs, production costs, and valuations.
• Maintain inventory accounting records and support valuation and reconciliation activities.
• Process sales invoices and support invoicing systems.
• Investigate and resolve billing inquiries, credits, and discrepancies.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and adjustments.
• Communicate irregularities and needs to internal teams.
• Provide data to Controller for timely reporting.
• Maintain attendance and compliance with policies.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Supplemental duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree coursework in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Benefits of working with us:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual | 3 weeks within 1 year
• Excellent health, dental, & vision Insurance options
• Life & AD&D Insurance w/buy-up plans for Employee and Dependents
• HSA & FSA Options
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability w/buy-up options
• 401(K) programs w/company match
• Wellness Program w/incentives
• Large company w/opportunities for growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Inclusive working environment

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Receives physical inventory and records purchase order receipts accurately and timely in the ERP system.
• Calculates and records inventory costs based on production jobs, material usage, processing activities, labor allocations, overhead allocations, and other applicable manufacturing costs; researches and resolves costing variances and discrepancies.
• Reviews purchase orders, supplier invoices, receiving records, shipping documents, and other supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Verifies inventory quantities, material specifications, production job costs, and inventory valuations; researches and resolves receiving, costing, manufacturing, and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintains accurate inventory accounting records and supports periodic inventory valuation and reconciliation activities.
• Reviews and enters sales invoices and prepares invoices for internal and external invoicing systems.
• Investigates and resolves customer billing inquiries, invoice issues, credits, and related discrepancies.
• Assists with invoice verification and the payment approval process.
• Participates in physical inventory counts and processes inventory or billing credits as needed.
• Documents and communicates transaction irregularities, corrective actions, and continuing needs to Accounting, Purchasing, Warehouse, Operations, Sales, customers, and suppliers as appropriate.
• Provides the Controller and/or Senior Accountant with accurate financial data to support timely reporting.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Adheres to the Reliance Code of Conduct, customer confidentiality requirements, company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner.

Supplemental Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required & Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree coursework in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• One to two years of related accounting, billing, order entry, inventory receiving, or administrative experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory costing, job costing, manufacturing transactions, or ERP-based cost accounting preferred.
• Order entry experience required.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately in a high-volume, transaction-driven, deadline-oriented environment while managing multiple concurrent tasks and interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and demonstrate professionalism, diplomacy, and appropriate telephone etiquette.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Occupation requires being sedentary up to 75% of the workday, or less than six hours per day.
• Regular activities may include standing, walking, sitting, hearing, talking, using hands and fingers, hand-eye coordination, reaching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Position works primarily in an office or cubicle environment and may include moderate telephone activity and quiet to moderate noise levels.
• Work may require periodic access to warehouse or field areas.

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group offers competitive wages and benefits plus upward mobility towards professional growth.

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse.

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree coursework in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• One to two years of related accounting, billing, order entry, inventory receiving, or administrative experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory costing, job costing, manufacturing transactions, or ERP-based cost accounting preferred.
• Order entry experience required.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately in a high-volume, transaction-driven, deadline-oriented environment while managing multiple concurrent tasks and interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and demonstrate professionalism, diplomacy, and appropriate telephone etiquette.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Occupation requires being sedentary up to 75% of the workday, or less than six hours per second.
• Regular activities may include standing, walking, sitting, hearing, talking, using hands and fingers, hand-eye coordination, reaching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Position works primarily in an office or cubicle environment and may include moderate telephone activity and quiet to moderate noise levels.
• Work may require periodic access to warehouse or field areas.