About Us
Great Lakes Fastening is a family-owned manufacturer and distributor located in
Knoxville, TN, providing industrial fasteners and custom solutions nationwide. We
believe great companies start with great people — and we’re looking for a detail-
focused, proactive individual to support our accounting and operations team.
This is an excellent role for someone who wants to grow a career in accounting, learn
advanced responsibilities, and work under the mentorship of an experienced Accounting
Specialist / Full-Charge Bookkeeper with the opportunity for advancement.
What You’ll Do
You will handle day-to-day accounting tasks, administrative support, and operational
coordination to help keep financial data accurate and the office running smoothly.
Primary Responsibilities
Enter vendor invoices, match POs, and prepare weekly payment runs
Process customer invoices and confirm pricing accuracy
Assist with AR collections, payment posting, and account updates
Support inventory control through data entry, cycle counts & freight claims follow-
up
Reconcile bank and credit card transactions in QuickBooks
Maintain customer and vendor records, credit forms & contact directories
Perform daily reporting tasks including EOD reports and sales summaries
Prepare supporting documents for monthly close and audits
Assist with HR support tasks (onboarding paperwork, benefits coordination, etc.)
Manage company calendar, office supplies, and administrative requests
Support warehouse and operations departments when needed
Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal teams in a professional
manner
Performance Expectations
You will be successful if you:
Accurately complete daily reporting and task checklist by end of shift
Help maintain clean, organized accounting records and documentation
Support the Accounting Specialist II/Full-Charge Bookkeeper in monthly close
Maintain a consistent error-free standard in data entry & reconciliations
Improve response times for invoicing and payment processing
Build cross-department communication and follow-through
What You Bring
Required
1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
Working knowledge of QuickBooks (Enterprise preferred but not required)
Solid Excel & Google Workspace skills
Detail-oriented, organized, and process-driven
Strong communication skills & willingness to ask questions
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Preferred
Experience with inventory-driven or manufacturing environments
Familiarity with LTL freight claims, landing costs, or overseas transactions
Desire to grow into a higher role (Accounting Specialist II or Supervisor track)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Benefits & Perks
✔ Medical, Dental, Vision with Employer Contribution
✔ 401(k) with Employer Match — No personal contribution required
✔ PTO, Vacation, Paid Holidays
✔ Unlimited Half Days Off – After 90 Days of Employment
✔ Tuition Reimbursement & Development Support
✔ Employee Discounts
✔ Supportive team environment & leadership who invests in your growth
Compensation & Growth
�� $40,000 – $45,000 DOE
�� Advancement path to Accounting Specialist II → Full-Charge Bookkeeper → Controller Track
How to Apply
�� Email your resume and completed applicant questionnaire at the end of this post to:
[email protected]
Build Your Career — One Step at a Time
At Great Lakes Fastening, this role is more than data entry — it’s your starting point to
develop into a confident, well-rounded accounting professional with real upward
mobility.
Apply today. Let’s grow together. ��
Accounting Specialist I – Applicant Questionnaire
Full Name: ______________________________________
Email: ___________________________________________
Phone: ___________________________________________
Experience & Software
1. How many years of accounting or bookkeeping experience do you have?
⬜ Less than 1 year ⬜ 1–2 years ⬜ 3–5 years ⬜ 5+ years
2. Which QuickBooks version(s) have you used? (Check all that apply)
⬜ QuickBooks Online ⬜ QuickBooks Desktop ⬜ Enterprise/Desktop Advanced
⬜ None
3. Rate your confidence in QuickBooks (1 = beginner, 5 = expert):
1 2 3 4 5
4. Which of the following can you perform independently in QuickBooks?
(Select all that apply)
⬜ Enter vendor bills
⬜ Create & send customer invoices
⬜ Apply customer payments & credits
⬜ Bank/Credit Card Reconciliation
⬜ Inventory entries/adjustments
5. Do you have experience with:
Accounts Receivable (collections)? ⬜ Yes ⬜ No
Accounts Payable (payments/terms)? ⬜ Yes ⬜ No
Inventory or warehouse environments? ⬜ Yes ⬜ No
Work Style & Skills
6. What is more comfortable for you?
⬜ A structured, routine workload
⬜ A flexible workload with frequent changes
⬜ A mix of both
7. Describe how you stay organized when juggling multiple deadlines.
8. If you find an error in the books, what is your first step?
9. Where do you see yourself in 2–3 years?
⬜ Senior Accounting Specialist
⬜ Full-Charge Bookkeeper
⬜ Controller/Leadership Track
⬜ Cross-departmental operations role
⬜ Not sure yet — I’m exploring options
Thank You!
Please attach your resume and submit this questionnaire to: [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please explain your experience using QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise.
- Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Education:
Experience:
- QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise: 2 years (Required)
- Accounts payable: 1 year (Required)
- Accounts receivable: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Knoxville, TN 37917 (Required)
Work Location: In person
