Job Description

JOB TITLE: Accounting Assistant                     DEPARTMENT: Accounting

REPORTS TO: Accounting Manager

ORGANIZATION:

Berne Apparel, located in Ossian, IN,  is a manufacturer and distributor of work and outdoor apparel. The company offers a full line of industrial wear, insulated work clothing such as bib overalls, jackets, coats, coveralls, work jeans, shirts, sweatshirts, and accessories for men, women, and youth. Distribution of products is primarily concentrated within the United States to farm and home retailers, sporting goods retailers, uniform resellers and promotional products distributors.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As an ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT, you will be responsible for Cash Application, Billing, Accounts Payable, and Collection.  In addition, you will be required to cross train on all other daily departmental functions to always ensure adequate department coverage. 

JOB DUTIES:

·         Processing of accounts payable Invoices

·         Billing and Accounts Receivable activities

·         Accurately apply cash receipts with the ability to recognize and reconcile payment discrepancies.

·         Initiate all collection efforts to contact customers to collect past dues.

·         Identifying and reporting on specific issues that may negatively impact the accounts receivable balance areas of opportunity to improve processes and positively impact business results.

·         Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

·         High School Diploma or Equivalent

·         Proven related experience required.

·         Knowledge of Sage 300 beneficial but not required.

·         Strong Excel skills

·         High volume email correspondence experience.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey messages in a clear and sufficient manner with individuals both inside and outside the company.

·         Proven effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize and remain focused.

·         Flexible with regards working in a changing environment and the ability to adjust to new work structures, processes, and requirements as necessary.

·         Ability to work with others to ensure success in the performance of a team.