Finance Assistant

Key Highlights

Location:

544 Clinton Street, Circleville, Ohio 43113 (NOT REMOTE)

Reports to:

Accountant Lead

Department:
Office

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $18.00 to $23.00

Job Classification:
Non-Exempt

At FORJAK Industrial, we aim to be the most trusted construction and protective coatings partner in the U.S. We deliver safety, service, innovation, and value—while creating real opportunities for our team.

FORJAK was founded in 2001 by Adam Logan in Circleville, Ohio. From day one, the mission has been to build something lasting, where the people doing the work are also the ones who benefit from it. That’s why in 2022, FORJAK became an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), giving everyone who works here a hand in the success and shares in it too!

We back each other up, do the job right, and build a future we can all be proud of.

A day in the life: Our Finance Assistant is a detail-oriented professional looking to ignite their career in accounting. In this pivotal role, you will be the "command center" for our accounting department, ensuring our financial engine runs smoothly by managing critical data entry and providing daily operational support. We are looking for a self-motivated, "good human" who thrives in a hard-working but laid-back environment and is eager to learn the ropes of finance from the ground up.

At FORJAK, we don't just offer jobs; we provide a "FIRE" (Family, Integrity, Resilience, and Excellence) culture. If you are ready to invest in a company that is 100% invested in you, your place is here.

On a given day, as a Finance Assistant, you will:

• Execute high-accuracy data entry, perform thorough account reconciliations, and manage the end-to-end processing of vendor invoices and credit adjustments.
• Process monthly credit card receipts, ensuring all transactions are accurately coded and verified against statements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for vendors and staff by monitoring dedicated email inboxes and resolving inquiries.
• Coordinate the daily collection, sorting, and distribution of incoming postal mail and internal correspondence.
• Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to the Accounting Department to ensure efficient daily operations and timely month-end closing.
• Adhere to all company safety and work policies.
• Remain flexible, taking on miscellaneous duties as assigned by leadership to support evolving organizational needs.

This entry-level position offers exposure to the full accounting process within FORJAK and would offer exciting exposure to this career field if interested. Training and mentorship will be provided to ensure success in this role.

This is a full-time Monday-through-Friday position with day-shift hours. This department provides a flexible schedule.

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to help our field members do what they do best: provide expertise in the field. To assist them, our office and shop personnel streamlining processes to increase field efficiency. We are looking for a career-minded individual who will not only grow but also promote a positive cultural environment to fill this key position.

• 1-2 years of data entry experience, problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the Google Workspace suite of applications and strong computer skills.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• The ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed to interact with vendors and team members clearly and professionally.

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Eligibility for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $10,000 Life insurance policy for the member (employee) at no cost.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401K (Company matching up to 4%)
• Monthly PTO accrual
• Weekly Pay
• PTO Buy Program
• Member (employee) Referral Program Bonus
• Company-provided work apparel
• Company-provided vehicle for use during work assignments
• Training
• Retention Bonus
• Short-Term Disability Plans
• Accident Insurance
• Member (employee) Assistance Program

Please keep in mind that this job description is not intended to cover or contain an exhaustive list of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are expected of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time and without notice.

FORJAK Industrial is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.