Accounting Specialist

Since 1917, Globe Machine has been a manufacturer of industrial machines, systems, and plants for advanced composites, building products, and pulp & paper.

The Accounting Specialist will assist the Controller as well as other accounting personnel in the daily tasks of the department. This role will serve as the Accounts Receivable expert, as well as become proficient within our fully integrated ERP accounting system.

This position is located in Tacoma, WA.

• Respond to urgent requests from sales department and executive management for customer A/R account status in a timely, accurate manner.
• Prepare weekly status of accounts reports for project manager and Controller to present to CFO and executive management.
• Perform collections on past due accounts and follow up on receipt of payments to ensure all receivables are current.
• Perform daily cash handling including coding and recording of cash receipts.
• Work cross functionally with Customer Support, Sales, and Engineering for billing of service time and other order contracts.
• Perform year-end functions in Accounts Receivable and other areas as required.
• Assist Controller in reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
• Assist with yearend physical inventory closeout process.
• Ensure actual job costs based upon materials supplier invoices, payroll labor reports, service provider billings, and field installation expense reports are recorded.
• Maintain historical records and proper back-up of files for research and reference.
• Partner with payables on invoice entry and coding as required.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned to accomplish the organization's mission.

• Associate degree or higher required.
• Minimum of two years' experience in accounting required, preferably within accounts receivable.
• Must possess experience with a fully integrated ERP accounting system.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically advanced Excel, required.
• Experience in a high transaction volume sales / job order office environment strongly preferred.
• Must possess a strong understanding of accounting practices and principles.
• Proven track record of being self-motivated, working with minimal supervision, and partnering with diverse team members and outside sources required.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently, retain a sense of urgency and meet strict timelines required.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and problem solve when faced with multiple input sources required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Conduct oneself with the highest level of professionalism, discretion and ethical standards.