Position Overview: Accounting Associate We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), and month-end close processes. This role is crucial in ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining the integrity of financial data. The role will report to the Senior Account Manager.
Key Responsibilities: - Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Invoicing: Creating and sending invoices to customers for signed contracts & estimates and completed jobs.
- Payment Processing: Receiving and recording payments from customers, whether through checks, credit card payments, or electronic transfers.
- Customer Communication: Following up with customers regarding overdue payments, resolving billing discrepancies, and addressing customer inquiries or concerns.
- Record-Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of all transactions, including invoices, payments, contracts received, and customer account information.
- Reconciliation: Reconciling accounts to ensure that the amount owed by each customer matches the company's records.
Accounts Payable (AP): - Handle the company's financial obligations to suppliers, vendors, and service providers.
- Process invoices received from suppliers and verify the accuracy of the charges by reconciling to PO's and delivery receipts when applicable.
- Manage payment schedules, ensuring bills are paid on time to maintain good supplier relationships.
- Reconcile invoices and payments and credits to maintain accurate financial records.
- Reconcile company credit card transactions to credit card statement.
- Negotiate payment terms with vendors and look for opportunities to optimize discounts and cash flow.
- Maintain vendor records and resolve any issues or discrepancies with supplier invoices.
- Reconcile job costs with material costs for specific projects
Month-End Close: - Assist in the preparation of month-end financial statements.
- Perform account reconciliations and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately.
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications: - Accounting degree preferred but NOT required or equivalent bookkeeping/ accounting experience.
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPS, and data analysis.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Location: Compensation and Benefits: - Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000 annually. In accordance with New York's Pay Transparency Law, we are committed to providing clear and accessible information about the compensation for this role. The listed salary range reflects the base pay for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, education, and qualifications. Additional compensation may include bonuses or equity, as applicable.
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
- 401(k)
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Full company-wide closure during the week of Christmas (Varies year to year)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants should be US Citizens or have authorization to work in the United States / Los solicitantes deben ser ciudadanos estadounidenses o estar autorizados para trabajar en los Estados Unidos. Tortorella is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact us to ask for an accommodation or alternative application process either through email at ...@tortorella.com or by phone at 631-###-####.