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Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc.; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc. seeks an accounting support professional to assist with records of business transactions, accounts receivable/payable, and inventory records.

The role prepares journal entries, conducts three-way matching, maintains vendor records, and ensures confidentiality of financial information. Responsibilities include disbursing payments, reconciling accounts, and resolving discrepancies while adhering to internal controls.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting or related field.
• Preferably 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with journal entries and general ledger balancing using accounting software.
• Performs three-way matching of invoices, packing slips and purchase orders; maintains PO records.
• Maintains vendor pay record files and communicates with vendors about invoices.
• Keeps financial information confidential to protect operations.
• Prepares work by gathering and sorting documents and related information.
• Pays invoices and schedules disbursements; verifies transaction information.
• Reconciles statements and transactions to verify accounts.
• Investigates discrepancies and issues adjustments as needed.
• Maintains financial records and follows internal controls.
• Answers phones and assists with office supply orders.
• Demonstrates attention to detail with strong math and data entry skills.
• Follows safety rules and Kaizen/5S procedures; supports continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal/human relations skills

Attention to Detail

Data Entry

General Math Skills

Verbal Communication

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary:

Assists with records of business transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable and inventory records.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares journal entries and enters into accounting software to assist in balancing of general ledger.
• Performs three-way matching of invoices/packing slips/purchase orders and is responsible for maintaining records of completion of purchase orders.
• Responsible for maintaining vendor pay record files and for communicating with vendors regarding questions on invoices.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
• Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting documents and related information.
• Pays invoices by verifying transaction information and schedules and prepares disbursements.
• Verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions.
• Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments, payments, or adjustments.
• Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls.
• Maintains financial historical records by filing accounting documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Related Functions:

• Assists in answering phones and preparing office supply orders.
• Self- starter, multi-tasked and detailed oriented, good computer skills and math skills.
• Observes all safety rules.
• Observes Kaizen and 5S procedures.
• Analytical skills.
• Interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Compliance with legal guidelines.
• Administrative Writing Skills, Organization, Data Entry Skills, General Math Skills, Financial Software, Analyzing Information , Attention to Detail, Thoroughness, Reporting Research Results, Verbal Communication.

Educational Requirements:

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting or related field.
• Preferably 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.