Van Beek Natural Science Hiring for Accounting Assistant Job at Orange City, IA Full Time

Van Beek Natural Science is growing and we are seeking to add support to our Finance department! The Accounting Assistant is responsible for supporting the Accounting team assisting in daily accounting tasks and functions.

Job Responsibilities
1. Accounting Assistant

a. Assist with Accounts Receivable activities calling on customers to facilitate payment of any past-due statements.
b. Work with purchasing and receiving to resolve purchase order and receipt reconciling differences.
c. Maintain accurate files and records.
d. Support the necessary administrative filing activities for sales orders and miscellaneous state tax filings.
e. Support the monthly cycle counting of inventory as necessary.
f. Support and execute, when necessary, order entry’s and supports shipping and invoicing for all Van Beek Companies.
g. Provide credit references required by vendors.
h. Interact with suppliers and company employees.
i. Support process payment of employee expense reports and invoices.

2. Other Duties

a. Willing to receive direction and assist the CEO with accounting inquiries.
b. Responsible for completing other projects and tasks as requested by management.
c. This position shall support its manager and shall ensure that all department members are cross trained on the position responsibilities.
d. Willing to receive input and direction from all members of the Executive team.

Education, Reasoning Ability & Experience

A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is preferred. 3 years or more of experience in accounting will be considered. Possesses an understanding of basic accounting principles as well as GL accounts, and an ability to prepare and post journal entries. Experience with QuickBooks.
Critical thinking and logical reasoning skills, including problem solving, troubleshooting and decision making.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Other Skills & Abilities
1. Data entry skills.
2. Honesty, integrity, and an optimistic attitude.
3. Strong Microsoft Office knowledge.
4. Interpersonal and organizational skills.
5. Be a team player.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Orange City, IA 51041: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• QuickBooks: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location