Accountant

Position Summary This position supports Timber Products’ Admin and Sales Company. The Accountant will perform accounting work including but not limited to core accounting, credit and collections, month-end journal entries, audit preparation, and troubleshooting. Applies established accounting practices to moderately difficult problems.

Must be able to work in the office. This position is not eligible for remote work. MAJOR TASKS

• Process daily credit and collections activities.
• Support monthly close activities, including journal entries in two systems.
• Complete month-end close, including account reconciliations, accruals, adjustments, financial reports, and supporting schedules.
• Perform monthly financial analysis under the direction of the Controller.
• Manage the corporate purchasing card program, including monthly uploads, expense reviews, and reporting.
• Prepare and manage property tax and sales and use tax reports under the direction of the Controller.
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and requests from external auditors.
• Assist with implementing accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
• Support accounting staff with invoicing, cash application, daily banking, inventory, and accounts payable processing.
• Review payments for accuracy and confirm that appropriate approvals have been obtained.
• Assist the Controller with preparation of the annual profit plan.
• Contribute to the team by performing other duties as assigned.

Skill Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar Accountant role with an Associate Degree in Accounting required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in credit and collections.
• Experience with a fully integrated ERP system preferred.
• Attention to detail and the ability to conduct work in a timely, accurate and organized manner.
• Ability to problem-solve, research discrepancies, troubleshoot roadblocks and multi-task.
• Ability to work in a paperless environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Word and Excel) and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate professionally (verbally and in writing) with all levels of personnel and management.
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and collaboratively within a team and with individuals outside of the department.
• Ability to adapt to a fast paced high volume environment.