Accounting Associate I

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE I (SAYBOLT)

SUMMARY

Entry-level Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable clerk.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Key in A/P vendor invoices or AR invoices into Customer Database.

• Verify proper approvals attached, coding properly.

• Analyze and compare invoices to Customer Contracts.

• Good Telephone and Communication skills (Answer vendor/client calls).

• Must have the ability to multi-task and complete responsibilities in a timely manner.

• Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the accounting field.

• Work under general supervision; typically report to a supervisor or manager.

• Ability to use computers and relevant software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent. Should have 0-1 years of experience in the field or in a related area of accounting.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver's license and a good driving record.