Finance Operations Associate

Job Description

Western Weather Group is seeking a detail‑oriented employee to join the accounting team as an Accounting Specialist. The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor and customer transactions and for maintaining the general ledger. This role requires a strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP). Applicants must also possess the ability to apply their technical accounting knowledge.

This position will be on‑site in Chico, CA. The expected hours are between 20 and 30 per week.

• Accurate and timely processing of customer invoices in our ERP system.
• Accurate and timely entry of customer payments into the ERP system.
• Follow up with customers on past due invoices/balances.
• Revise and adjust invoices when necessary.
• Ensure the delivery of invoices to customers via email and/or customer Total Spend Management systems.
• Process and prepare accounts receivable (AR) and customer reports.
• Accurate and timely processing, coding, and entering of vendor bills into our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Record approved credit card purchases in our ERP system.
• Process and prepare accounts payable (AP) and vendor reports.
• Process weekly and ad‑hoc AP payments.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date vendor records in our ERP system.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date customer records in our ERP system.
• Complete credit applications for new vendors.
• Collaborate with the Sales department to gather the needed information from new customers so that they may be added appropriately to our ERP system.
• Maintain Company files in an organized and accessible fashion in our ERP system and the Company’s SharePoint site.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of AR, AP, bank, and credit card accounts.
• Manage and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Manage and respond to customer inquiries.

• Company‑wide and anonymous feedback sessions to help guide beneficial changes
• Open and receptive lines of communication to management and executives
• Continuing education opportunities, including discretionary educational reimbursement

• Performance‑based cash bonuses
• Fun work‑sponsored outings to bond with colleagues
• A company that cares about the wellbeing of its employees

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field, or 3‑4 years of equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills for working with cross‑functional teams, customers, staff, and management.
• Collaborative and inclusive with internal and external partners, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.

• Experience in private sector accounting.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central.

* The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, skills, and location. We are committed to fair pay practices and transparency.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties as requested.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

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