Accounting Specialist: AP/AR & Data Reconciliation

MFA Oil Company; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MFA Oil Company is seeking an Accounting Specialist to process and validate data daily, reconcile AP/AR/GL, and support field personnel in resolving errors. The role requires attention to detail and strong communication to ensure timely payments.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of accounting experience, proficiency with automated systems, and ability to work both independently and in a team within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of strong accounting experience.
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to stand/sit for extended periods and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Ability to multi-task and work both independently and in a team.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Import daily General Ledger and Accounts Receivable data into accounting software and resolve errors.
• Compare daily scanned documents with entries in Great Plains and coordinate with field personnel to fix issues.
• Respond to calls and emails, provide requested documents and resolve discrepancies.
• Receive and apply customer payments accurately and timely.
• Maintain electronic files of reports and supplier invoices.
• Identify and suggest process improvements to the Accounting Manager.
• Act as back-up for daily audit process and support the team to meet deadlines.
• Adhere to company policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting

Financial reporting

Data entry

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Great Plains (Microsoft Dynamics)

JD Edwards

PDI

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Big O Accounting Specialist processes and validates data daily between systems and reviews vendor statements for accuracy to ensure timely payment. In addition, this position performs audit and clerical duties related to processing and reconciling daily Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger data for Big O Tires locations and communicates with field personnel to resolve errors and provide support.

MFA Oil Company is an Equal Opportunity/Drug-Free Employer.

Responsibilities

• Import daily General Ledger and Accounts Receivable files from point-of-sale system into accounting software, validating complete and accurate posting, and resolving errors.
• Compare daily scanned documents with information entered in Great Plains. Communicate with field personnel to resolve errors.
• Respond to incoming calls and email requests in a timely manner, researching as needed to provide accurate information, resolve issues or provide requested documents, including invoice copies, payment discrepancies/verifications, and tax exemption requests.
• Receive and apply customer payments accurately and timely.
• Maintain electronic files of reports and supplier invoices.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to Big O Accounting Manager.
• Act as back up for Big O Accounting Clerk in completing daily audit process.
• Support the team by assisting others as required to meet team deadlines.
• All MFA Oil employees are expected to know and adhere to company and position specific policies and procedures. While this job description contains the primary duties of the position, employees may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of strong accounting experience
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems and processes
• Computer knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Capability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or sitting) for extended periods.
• Ability to perform detail work with accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of time management skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and work at a fast pace.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to thrive in a growing and rapidly changing organization.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language to communicate with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to meet company requirements including successful pre-employment drug screening, and criminal background check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Skills

• Associate or bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards, Great Plains (Microsoft Dynamics), or PDI.
• Ability to set priorities and goals and develop plans for achieving them.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.