Accountant, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

Summary

This position provides the opportunity to join a dynamic team and is responsible for various day-to-day activities within the Accounting Department. Those activities may include but are not limited to cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts, generating reports, data analysis, preparing financial statements and related work papers, manipulating spreadsheets and electronic data, mastering software systems, assisting with automation opportunities and software implementation/upgrades and performing various other administrative duties relating to accounting.

• Accounts Payable-process vendor invoices, expense reimbursements and recurring monthly payments
• Posting consultant timesheets, managing subcontract & reimbursable expenses in Project Management system
• Reconciliation of employee credit cards and purchasing cards
• Accounts Receivable-prepare and process invoices for services rendered & manage collections
• Handle customer relationships & reconcile customer accounts
• Processing of journal entries & allocations
• Reconciliation of bank accounts
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and related working papers
• Research and data analysis
• Communication with internal and external parties
• Opportunities for cross training on various accounting functions and across GEL Divisions & Affiliates

• College degree in Business Administration or Accounting preferred but not required
• Two-year technical education plus three years’ experience, or
• Five years’ experience working in an Accounting Department

• Excellent technology skills (spreadsheets, accounting software systems, AI tools)
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player
• Attention to detail and good organization skills
• Ability to multi-task and handle a large volume of transactions
• Understanding of debits and credits
• Proficient in Excel
• Possess high ethical standards and the Core Values of The GEL Group
• SAGE 300 ERP
• SAP Concur
• Revver (formally e-file cabinet)
• Microsoft Excel

• Commitment to safety
• Corporate values that promote respect, integrity, and innovation
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Life insurance plans, including Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and holiday leave

This Position Description is intended to provide a general guideline of the requirements, duties, and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive description of the position, nor is it intended to place limitations on the position. As with all positions in the company, the successful employee will constantly look for ways to contribute to the well-being of the company, and thereby to their own well-being and success in their own professional career.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.