Multi-Entity Accounting Specialist: Growth & Cross-Training

Southshore Enterprises, Inc.; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee,

Job summary

United Container Company is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support accounting operations across multiple business entities. This role handles accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, invoicing, reconciliations, and month-end support, collaborating with operations, sales, warehouse, and leadership teams.

The position offers cross-training, exposure to a wide range of accounting functions, and potential for professional growth within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, or accounts receivable experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience 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.

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Container Company is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support accounting operations across multiple business entities. This role handles accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, invoicing, reconciliations, and month-end support, collaborating with operations, sales, warehouse, and leadership teams.

The position offers cross-training, exposure to a wide range of accounting functions, and potential for professional growth within a growing organization.