Dynamic Accounting Specialist: Payables & Receivables

Southshore-Companies; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Company Paid)

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

EAP Program

Job summary

United Container Company is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support accounting and administrative functions across multiple entities, reporting to the Corporate Controller. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, processing customer and vendor transactions, and ensuring timely month-end activities.

You will collaborate with accounting, operations, warehouse and sales teams, participate in process improvements, and provide backup for inventory, invoicing and related tasks

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable or accounts receivable experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions, vendor payments, and company pay runs.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, collections, and cash application.
• Process customer credit card payments and bank cash receipts.
• Prepare recurring customer and intercompany billings.
• Support freight billing, freight reconciliation, and related accounting activities.
• Maintain customer records, tax exemption documentation, and other financial records.
• Assist with account reconciliations and month-end accounting processes.
• Provide backup support for inventory, invoicing, and other accounting functions as needed.
• Collaborate with accounting, operations, warehouse, and sales teams to support business objectives.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and cross-training opportunities.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

ERP systems

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Business

Tools

Dynamics 365 BC

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

United Container Company is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support accounting and administrative functions across multiple entities, reporting to the Corporate Controller. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, processing customer and vendor transactions, and ensuring timely month-end activities.

You will collaborate with accounting, operations, warehouse and sales teams, participate in process improvements, and provide backup for inventory, invoicing and related tasks