Accounting Assistant

About This Role

Working in accounting for a manufacturing company, the Accounting Assistant handles daily and monthly accounting tasks, from coding invoices to reconciling production activity. This role suits someone who can manage routine to moderately complex work with a customer-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Code vendor invoices with the proper general ledger account number
• Enter Laminations accounts payable invoices into the accounts payable system
• Reconcile and match vendor invoices to source documents such as receiving documents or freight calculations
• Verify, reconcile, and record production activity
• Prepare and process customer invoices
• Review and compare account payable invoice costs to price lists to monitor the accuracy of invoices
• Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports
• Assist accounting with matching accounts payable invoices with weekly checks
• Participate in continuous improvement and effectively communicate opportunities to improve efficiencies and effectiveness for this position
• Reconcile physical inventory reports to system reports and adjust accordingly
• Assist with filing of accounting documentation and report preparation
• Maintain integrity regarding confidential and proprietary information
• Promote a positive work environment
• Remain current on changes in policies, procedures, and product information
• Know, understand, and follow all Great Northern Corporation's general rules and office policies and procedures
• Perform other projects and tasks as requested

Benefits

• Competitive 401K match and a historically generous profit-sharing retirement savings contribution
• Paid Time Off after 30 days of employment
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical PPO, HSA, Dental, and Vision insurance
• On-site Nurse & Wellness Program
• Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability available
• Health Fitness and Safety Shoes Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement available after 1 year of service
• Opportunities to advance your career and compensation level
• Annual increases

Important Details

• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

About the Company

Great Northern Laminations, a division of Great Northern Corporation, is a privately held multi-million dollar manufacturer of Edge Protection and Protective Packaging. The company is committed to making a difference in the lives of its team members, customers, and the communities in which it operates.