Full Charge Bookkeeper

Job Description: Grip Tight Tools is a manufacturer and wholesaler for hardware products, paint products, locksmith products, tools and many more. Company also carries a full outdoor stone and Granite line. We are a well-established hardware and stone wholesaler selling products in our industry for 20 years. The company is currently looking to hire a Bookkeeping and Accounting Assistant.

Company Overview: Grip Tight Tools was established in 2001 as a manufacturer, importer, wholesaler and supplier of quality hardware, outdoor granite and Blue sandstone products. We have a wide customer base including hardware wholesalers and distributors, outdoor stone and granite distributors, hardware stores, paint stores, building supply, lumber yards and a variety of other major chain stores.

Type of job: Full Time

Shift & Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Bookkeeping and Admin Duties:

• Assist the CEO/CFO with daily tasks (review emails / filing paperwork / new account questions/etc.)
• Accounts Payable/Receivable.
• Oversee credit and collections.
• Following up with collection efforts.
• Applying checks for payments.
• Communicating with vendors.
• Pay and validating invoices.
• Process ACH, wire transfers for all domestic and international vendors.
• Investigate, dispute, and resolve all unauthorized deductions.
• Calculate and process weekly / monthly commissions.
• Process new credit lines for vendors.
• Printing and mailing monthly statements.
• Answer the phone and assign to the proper department and handle the call if related to account payable/ accounts receivable (low traffic task).

Accounting Assistant Duties:

• Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Prints and obtains signatures on all account payable checks.
• Distributes signed checks as required.
• Prepares garnishment checks per reports from payroll.
• Answers all vendor inquiries.
• Maintains all accounts payable reports, spreadsheets and corporate accounts payable files.
• Assists in monthly and end-of-year closings.
• Prepares analysis of accounts, as required.
• Performs filing and copying as needed.
• Researches and solves payment discrepancies.
• Processes credit card payments and credits.
• Makes adjustments to accounts as needed.
• Prepares Daily manual and online deposits.
• Perform journal entries if needed.
• File claims and disputes with online customers as Home Depot, Lowes, Amazon, etc.

Orders Processing Duties:

• Assist operations team with online orders (data entry/label printing). This is as an emergency back up not a part of the day to day tasks

Competencies:

• Proven bookkeeping experience.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office.
• Customer service orientation skills.
• Have experience in posting receipts to Accounts Receivable.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook a plus.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Have experience with bank reconciliations.
• Have experience doing account analysis.
• Be well organized and able to work in a demanding environment.
• Have experience in full Accounts Payable functions.
• Ethical conduct
• Flexibility
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Customer/Client Focus

Experience and Education:

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and / OR Finance.

• 4+ years of professional accounting experience; preferably in the distribution, retails and production industry. REFERENCES: 2Prior References (required).
• Respect, Honesty and Hard work are the core values of our company and we hire employees that have the same values.
• Make sure to include a cell phone or a working number for our hiring manager to call.

Benefits:

• Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
• The company offers matching 401-k
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Union, NJ 07083: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• QuickBooks: 2 years (Required)
• Bookkeeping: 4 years (Required)
• Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

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