Phoenix Mecano Looking for STAFF ACCOUNTANT-Accounts Receivable at Frederick, MD Full Time

Description:

Phoenix Mecano is based in Frederick, MD. Over the past 40 years we have grown into one of the top players for manufacturing enclosures and industrial components. For more information go to: phoenixmecano.com or visit LinkedIn: Phoenix Mecano North America

The secret to our success: our people.Everything we produce is a result of the hard work and dedication of our people. We strive to build a company comprised of driven and highly skilled individuals – people who share our passion for teamwork, making quality a priority, and finding more efficient ways to solve customer challenges.

This Staff Accountant will have a dual focus to provide ownership of the Accounts Receivable process as well as performing financial accounting functions.

· Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and Accounts Receivable transactions

· Create invoices according to company practices; submit invoices to customers

· Draft correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identify delinquent accounts, and contact delinquent account holders to request payment

· Set-up, maintain, and reconcile customer accounts and files

· Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts

· Analyze and reconcile sub-ledgers to general ledgers

· Create and Post journal entries

· Prepare and file compliance reports as necessary

· Comply with GAAP and Phoenix Mecano Management Handbook

· Support month-end, quarter-end, and year end audit processes including liaison with internal and external stakeholders (Group, Auditors)

· Support the annual business plan process including budget and forecast

· Liaise with internal stakeholders (department managers) to complete assigned tasks

· Support the growth and development of department staff through knowledge transfer and efficiency recommendations

· Assist with special projects

· Adhere to all health and safety requirements/practices Requirements:

· Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to apply a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

· Ability to analyze information, determine conclusion and action as needed

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups), Word, Outlook and the ability to use

· Ability to learn and utilize the ERP system (previous Microsoft Dynamics Business Central 365 preferred)

· Understanding and application of advanced accounting principles; in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required

· Knowledge of financial accounting statements and the ability to apply in completion of essential functions

· Knowledge of GAAP, state and federal tax laws and ability to apply

· Knowledge of accounting best practices and ability to apply

· Ability to communicate with others ensuring the comprehension of the other party

· Ability to operate with competing demands and deadlines ensuring customer satisfaction (internal and external)

· Skill and ability to be highly organized and analytical

Education & Experience

· Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting preferred

· 1 year Accounts Receivable experience

· 2-3 years previous experience in an accounting roll

· Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift to 10 pounds at times

Computer work for extended periods

Conduct calls and leave clear messages for customers

Covid 19 vaccination is required

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