About us
SecurShred is a small business in information management including information destruction, document imaging, records storage, and electronics recycling. Our goal is to Find an accountant with experience to join our small company in VT..
Position: Accounting Associate
Department: Accounting
Position Type: Exempt
Reports to: General Mgr., Accounts Payable Mgr., Accounts Receivable Mgr.
The Accounting Associate will be responsible for assisting the AP, AR, and General Managers. Activities to assist with include running payroll, handling collections, paying vendors, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and benefits administration activities. The Accounting Associate will be solely responsible for creating and maintaining routine and periodic reports in Microsoft Excel. Following Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is required to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Essential Duties:
□ Billing and Reporting Support
o Opening and organizing incoming mail from customers
o Creating and sending invoices to customers upon service – electronic and mail
o Constructing new reports in Excel upon request from the General Manager
Duties To Assist With:
□ Accounts Payable Manager
o Paying bills
o Administration of benefits
o Running payroll
□ Accounts Receivable Manager
o Reconciling service tickets
o Receiving and depositing checks from customers
o Setting up new or existing customers with electronic payments through SecurShred’s online portal
o Managing relations with bad/late paying customers to ensure collections are made
□ General Manager
o Constructing new reports in Excel upon request from the General Manager
o Supporting operations team when needed
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education
BA/BS in Business, Accounting or Finance with an emphasis in Accounting. 2 years of professional accounting experience preferred, though exceptions can be made by the discretion of the General Manager.
Technical Skills and Prior Experience
o Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel with real world experience developing and maintaining financial models
o Prior Quick Books experience (preferred)
o Great attention to detail, well developed communication skills, flexibility with respect to changing priorities, and solid people skills are also required.
o Strong verbal and written communication skills.
o Strong interpersonal, analytical and customer service skills required.
o Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.
The marginal functions of this position have not been included. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. An employee will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by the General Manager.
Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as financial statements, technical journals, data tables, textbooks, manuals, legal documents, operating and maintenance instructions is required.
The ability to develop and write meaningful and concise marketing materials, website materials, correspondence is essential. An ability to speak succinctly, clearly and persuasively with individuals, before groups and with employees is also required.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to apply basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, division and multiplication. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, profit margins, commissions, proportions, percentages.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to think creatively to solve problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information presented.
Technology Skills:
Must have an above average ability to learn and utilize new software programs as systems are upgraded. Knowledge of Windows, Internet, database/content management systems is required.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Must establish and maintain positive, effective, interpersonal skills and effective working relationships with others. The ability to perform duties with awareness of all Company policies and procedures and to work in a collaborative team environment is essential to the employee's successful job performance. The ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting severe time deadlines is essential. On occasion may be required to drive company vehicles safely and professionally.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations as defined by the organization may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distant vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is constantly required to be able to talk and hear conversations in a moderately loud environment. Occasionally the employee will be required to stand, walk, and lift, carry, push and pull items. Manual dexterity and repetitive motion is required for keyboarding and conducting other related office duties. The incumbent may be required to lift 30 pounds or more such as boxes or equipment.
Work Environment:
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.
While performing the duty of this job the employee regularly works inside and occasionally outside. Occasional exposure to dust, vapors, and fumes can occur. The employee must be able to meet frequent deadlines with time constraints. The ability to willingly collaborate and contribute positively to maintain a productive and efficient work environment is essential. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee has direct responsibility of the safety and well-being others. Travel may be required, though unlikely.
Terms of Employment:
At will employment
Evaluation:
Performed by supervisor, consistent with established procedures
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.). Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The management reserves the right to waive the essential requirements contained in this job description.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Experience:
License/Certification:
- driver's licence (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- South Burlington, VT 05403 (Required)
Work Location: In person
