Accounting Clerk

Peterson Cat; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Cat has an immediate need for an experienced Accounting Inventory Clerk at our San Leandro, CA location. Working under general supervision, you’ll perform clerical accounting tasks with some judgment and independent action.

Your duties include preparing vendor AP for inventory costs, matching PO with invoices, posting transactions, maintaining filing systems, and handling vendor communications. AAA degree and 6–12 months related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required.
• 6 months to 1 year related experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vendor Accounts Payable, primarily for inventory-related costs.
• Match approved purchase orders with vendor billings/invoices; prepare data for processing payment.
• Compile and post transactions to the Transaction Register and A/P System.
• Maintain Accounting filing systems (hard copy and soft copy).
• Place and respond to internal and external phone calls; process correspondence.
• Perform related duties and functions as required by the general accountants of three companies.
• Identify and reconcile Vendor Account discrepancies.
• Maintain/update procedures for assigned accounting function.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent

Job description

Peterson Cat has the immediate need for an experienced Accounting Inventory Clerk based at our San Leandro, CA location.

SUMMARY

Working under general supervision, performs clerical accounting functions where some judgment and independent action is required. Primarily works under guidance of general accounting personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare vendor Accounts Payable, primarily for inventory-related costs.
• Match approved purchase orders with vendor billings/invoices; prepare data for processing payment.
• Compile and post transactions, to both the Transaction Register and into the A/P System, to designated accounts. These high dollar transactions affect the company assets and inventory valuation.
• Maintain Accounting filing systems (hard copy and soft copy) as needed.
• Place and respond to internal and external phone calls; process correspondence as required.
• Perform related duties and functions as required by the general accountants of three separate companies. Each Company requires different entry/handling methods.
• Identify and Reconcile VendorAccount Discrepancies.
• Maintain/update procedures for assigned accounting function.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor/ manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; and six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

The pay hourly pay range for this position is: $28.85- $33.50. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.