Finance Associate

Clickstop Inc.; Urbana (IA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Life Insurance

401K Match

ESOP

Job summary

Clickstop Inc. is seeking a Finance Associate to help drive accurate financial operations and support month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting.

You will partner with Purchasing, Freight, Warehouse, and other teams to maintain reliable records and continuous improvement of processes. Ideal candidates bring strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and experience with Excel and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).

Qualifications

• Apply sound judgment when processing financial transactions and escalate when needed.
• Prioritize work based on deadlines, impact, and business needs.
• Maintain accurate financial records following established accounting processes.
• Verify transaction details to prevent errors in reporting or payments.
• Understand how transactions move through systems and identify workflow improvements.
• Research discrepancies and resolve routine financial issues with accuracy.
• Ask thoughtful questions and escalate issues when needed.
• Build strong relationships through clear, professional communication with teammates, vendors, and internal partners.
• Provide timely updates and help others understand Finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, reconcile vendor statements, cash accounts, and financial records with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support month-end close activities, journal entries, landed cost accuracy, and other core accounting functions.
• Partner with Purchasing, Freight, Warehouse, and other internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate financial information.
• Support tax exemption certificate processes and other financial documentation while ensuring compliance with established procedures.
• Assist in soft collection efforts with a focus on maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, automation, and reporting efficiency through continuous improvement.

Skills

Financial Judgment & Decision Making

Maintain Accurate Records

Systems Thinking & Process

Problem Diagnosis & Resolution

Communication & Partnerships

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Are you energized by solving problems, ensuring accuracy, and building financial processes that support a growing business? Join our award-winning company and culture as a Finance Associate and play a key role in maintaining financial integrity through disciplined execution, analytical thinking, and cross‑functional collaboration.

"If you are ready to work in an environment where you are allowed the freedom and responsibility to act like an owner, and have a passion for helping customers, you won't regret joining Clickstop!" – Tammy, Current Employee

What you'll be doing:

• Align with Clickstop's Core Values to drive our culture and business forward.
• Support accurate financial operations through invoice processing, reconciliations, and month‑end accounting activities.
• Use sound judgment to identify discrepancies, improve processes, and ensure financial accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maintain reliable financial records and operational alignment.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve financial workflows, systems, and reporting.

Finance Associate Critical Skills

• 1. Financial Judgment & Decision-Making
  • Apply sound judgment when processing financial transactions while recognizing when additional review or escalation is needed.
  • Prioritize work based on deadlines, financial impact, and business needs.
• 2. Maintain Accurate Financial Records
  • Maintain accurate financial records while consistently following established accounting processes.
  • Verify transaction details and identify errors before they impact reporting or payments.
• 3. Systems Thinking & Process Awareness
  • Understand how financial transactions move through business systems and impact downstream accounting processes.
  • Identify workflow improvements that increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
• 4. Problem Diagnosis & Issue Resolution
  • Research discrepancies, gather relevant information, and resolve routine financial issues with accuracy.
  • Ask thoughtful questions and elevate issues appropriately when additional judgment is required.
• 5. Communication & Business Partnership
  • Build strong working relationships through clear, professional communication with teammates, vendors, and internal partners.
  • Provide timely updates while supporting others in understanding Finance processes and expectations.

Finance Associate Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, reconcile vendor statements, cash accounts, and financial records with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support month‑end close activities, journal entries, landed cost accuracy, and other core accounting functions.
• Partner with Purchasing, Freight, Warehouse, and other internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate financial information.
• Support tax exemption certificate processes and other financial documentation while ensuring compliance with established procedures.
• Assist in soft collection efforts with a focus on maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, automation, and reporting efficiency through continuous improvement.

What we value in this role

• Someone naturally wired to solve problems, think analytically, and deliver accurate, high‑quality work.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to make sound decisions and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal teams and business partners.
• Curiosity, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience with Excel and ERP/accounting systems, such as NetSuite, is preferred.
• Strong accounting, reconciliation, and analytical skills are preferred.
• Commitment to financial integrity, operational excellence, and alignment with Clickstop's Core Values.
  • Curious, Impactful and Courageous are highly valued in this role.
• A purpose‑driven career experience; discovering the opportunity to pursue your best self as an employee, parent, partner, community member, etc.
• An entrepreneurial environment where opportunities are endless for those who seek them.
• Effective and impactful cross‑department collaboration opportunities with our highly dynamic Clickstop teams!
• Recognition for personal, team, and company accomplishments – Clickstop’s success is a reflection of your engagement and excellence.

Benefits

• Health Insurance ($0 Premium option), Dental & Vision Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, and Birthday and Volunteer Time Off
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401K Match
• ESOP – After one full year of service and minimum hour requirement is met

This role is remote and hybrid capable. Active employees are encouraged to apply.

For hybrid/remote work, internet speeds of 20 mbps are required. To be considered for a remote role at Clickstop, residence must be in one of the following states: Iowa, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Pennsylvania.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.

Clickstop is an Equal Opportunity Employer.