Accounting Associate with emphasis on Purchasing

DPI Direct Inc. is Southern California’s fastest growing Digital Offset, Large Format, Label and Packaging Printing Company. The candidate will be offered competitive compensation and benefits package.

Position Title: Accounting Associate with emphasis on AP/Purchasing

Hours: Monday through Friday: 8am to 5pm - Onsite

Compensation: $23-$25 an Hour. Pay is Commensurate with Experience

Job Function: This position supports the accounting team with a key focus on all aspects of purchasing cycle. Strong negotiation skills for best vendor pricing/lead times with a fundamental understanding of the payable cycle and accounting principles.

Typical Duties Include:

• Research products, prepare & review purchase orders, place orders, with approved vendors.
• Request and analyze quotes received to ensure materials, equipment or parts are available in sufficient quantity and according to pre-negotiated price.
• Conduct market trends and recommend new sources of supply.
• Establish terms, research, and recommend new vendors; create new vendor accounts, ensure accuracy of information in the system accordingly.
• Monitor full cycle purchase orders to ensure products are received on time, report any issues and track/follow-up back orders.
• Review utilization of products, and ROI.
• Work with Warehouse staff to maintain inventory records and receipt of product on time.
• Consult with suppliers to obtain correct materials, pricing and equipment based on specifications and negotiate for discounts and/or extended warranty.
• Negotiate price concessions with vendors for requisitions to meet set metrics.
• Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates and award contracts to vendors who meet the deadlines and product specifications.
• Coordinate with the internal Customer Service and management team to ensure products and pricing are aligned with expectations
• Ensure all open purchase orders are accurate and all purchase orders received physically are received in the GP monthly.
• Review invoices for accuracy of pricing/cost, items received and report/dispute any discrepancies.
• Performs other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support the Accounting Department

Qualifications:

Education - Associates degree in business or related field and proven progressive experience in accounting is required.

Job knowledge/Skills required:

• Minimum 2 years of proven experience in Purchasing and Accounting is required.
• Ability to research products, negotiate pricing and manage lead times a must.
• Comfortable working in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Quickbooks or other accounting/CRM software
• Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures is required
• Must be a team player eager to learn and willing to assist whenever and wherever needed
• Must be trustworthy, have integrity and able to maintain confidentiality of company/client data
• Effective written and verbal communication required
• Attention to detail and ability to use time productively
• Consistent attendance a must

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Physical Setting:

• Office

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Required)
• Accounts payable: 1 year (Required)
• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person