Accounting Associate

Raymond West is looking for a detailed Accounting Associate to join our team! The Accounting Associate will play a key role in supporting the accounting department by processing a variety of daily accounting transactions. This position will encompass tasks related to both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including invoicing, payment processing, and maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will assist in entering company data into our financial system while providing support for financial reporting. This role is essential for maintaining the smooth operation of the accounting functions and contributing to the overall efficiency of the department. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a foundational understanding of accounting principles are essential for success in this position. Raymond West is committed to providing our customers with end-to-end warehouse solutions. We bring you our industry-leading expertise in lift trucks, racking, conveyor, dock and door, rentals, parts, and service. Our customers trust us to provide the right supply chain solutions and services to keep their business up and running.   Duties and Responsibilities:  Primary duties and responsibilities will vary with the specific position. Typical responsibilities are listed below. This list is not inclusive.    * Client account set up and account maintenance * Review and approve credit ratings / limits * Consolidate Invoices to clients for summary billings * Work independently on task as assigned * Responsible for updating and maintaining client purchase orders for final service billings. * Initiate appropriate follow-up action. * Perform other specific duties and projects as assigned by manager. * Update existing information in Company ERP system Required Skills/Abilities:  * Excellent written and verbal communication skills  * Excellent Organizational Time Management skills * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and similar software   * Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.   * Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. * Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with employees, Co-workers, and Managers in other departments * Must be willing to work off-hours as specific needs dictate and willing to assume more responsibility as required. * Good follow-up and documentation skills. * Must have the ability to maintain established records and files. * The ability to be assertive yet professional.  * Gained familiarity with clerical practices, office procedures, and automated equipment. * Maintain a professional attitude in all matters. * Motivated to continuous self-development and training.  * Self-confident and able to work with minimal supervision * Computer skills, as well as 10-key Education/Experience:   Minimum Education and Experience: Determined by position   * Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required. * Business and Accounting courses are desirable. Physical Requirements:    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  * Position is sedentary and desk bound * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus * Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl * Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds   Pay Range: * The hourly range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00. The specific pay offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location. Qualified candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.    Raymond West provides medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, personal time off, holiday pay and a great team to work with! Check us out at www.raymondwest.com [http://www.raymondwest.com/]. Raymond West has a great group of loyal and hardworking employees who help us maintain our exemplary level of sales and service.  Apply on-line via the submit resume button provided. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified persons to apply. We encourage qualified military veterans and persons with disabilities to submit their resume online. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the FCO. We are a drug free company. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.