**$500 Sign-on Bonus**

**Paid after 90 days of successful on-boarding**

General Summary:

 

The main function of the Accounting Technician is to review and reconcile service orders prior to invoicing. Maintains inventory counts and assists with accounting functions as required. Receives and distributes materials, supplies and equipment as authorized while administering internal controls. Prepares outgoing parcels for shipping. Assists the Purchasing Agent and Accounts Receivable.

 

Essential Job Functions:

• Reviews and reconciles service orders prior to invoicing.

 

• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.

 

• Maintains inventories and internal controls by tracking and organizing inventory stock.

 

• Performs physical inventory counts quarterly of all warehouses and service technician vehicles.

 

• Assists with scheduled inventory audits in accordance with Accounting and Operational requirements.

 

• Tracks distribution of materials and ensures delivery to appropriate departments.

 

• Negotiates returns of defective material and equipment.

 

• Works closely with and assists Purchasing Agent.

 

• Works closely with Accounts Receivable and assists in billing customers.

 

• Receives shipments and assists unloading trucks if needed. 

 

• Checks in merchandise, matches merchandise to purchase orders, and/or lets appropriate department know of delivery. 

 

• Barcodes inventory.

 

• Label and stage parts for jobs. Performs other stockroom maintenance duties.

 

• Must be able to lift, pull, and or, push up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.

 

• Reads service orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed or shipped.  Marks materials with identifying information.

 

• Prepares outgoing parcels for shipping.

 

• May recommend inventory and material distribution changes required to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

 

• Assists service technicians with stocking vans and checking parts out for installation.

Other Responsibilities:

• Performs all other related duties as assigned by Management.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

 

• Knowledge of Company products and services.

 

• Knowledge of Company policies and procedures.

 

• Ability to understand and organize purchase orders, receipts, issue tickets, packing slips and sales invoices.

 

• Knowledge of inventory controls, warehouse coordination and distribution.

 

• Knowledge of general office procedures including basic bookkeeping practices.

 

• Knowledge of sales, use, and excise tax situations.

 

• Knowledge of Contact Management systems; Order processing systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

 

• Ability to operate various office equipment such as personal computer, various software programs, and telephone systems.

 

• Ability to be diplomatic and tactful in given situations.

 

• Ability to communicate with customers, employees, and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.

 

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments.

 

• Ability to pay close attention to detail.

 

• Ability to make sound decisions using information at hand.

 

• Ability to work safely and independently.

 

• Ability to understand and verify requisitions, packing slips, invoices and other records.

 

• Ability to work independently and within a team.

 

• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.

 

 

Education and/or Experience:

 

High school diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum of two years of experience with accounting processes, inventory controls, shipping and receiving or related experience.

 

 

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

 

Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a valid South Dakota driver’s license, have an excellent driving record and be insurable under the Company’s insurance policy.

 

Physical Requirements:

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS	0-24%	25-49%	50-74%	75-100%
Seeing: Must be able to read computer screen and various reports.				X
Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with employees and business contacts.				X
Standing/Walking:			X
Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling:		X
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing:		Up to 50#
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type, and use phone system.				X
Sitting:			X

 

Working Conditions:

Good working conditions with the absence of disagreeable conditions. Climate controlled building with adequate lighting and space. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.