Job Description

The Accounting Assistant is primarily responsible for assisting in general ledger entries for two divisions; Assisting Account Payable and Accounts Receivable Bookkeepers, Credit Manager, and Payroll Manager.

DUTIES:

•   Effectively communicates with bookkeeping departments regarding corrections, adjustments, procedures via verbal discussion, email, telephone, or fax

•   Bank reconciliations

•   Assists payroll reporting/processing and services

•   Assists with closing of month in POS software and GL entries in QuickBooks for accurate financial statement presentation

•   Assists with quarterly sales tax reconciliation, recording & reporting

•   Assists with receivables, payables, and General Ledger Accounting

•   Prepares various government reports as needed

•   Other accounting functions as requested

•   Performs special projects as required by management

WILLING TO TRAIN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

•                    Construction/Trucking - language terminology; truck tag structure

•                    Industry Software including Alkon products, Paylocity, and other similar software

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS _Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, ability, and experience to perform the duties described may be qualifying. One example of a typical pattern is: A bachelor’s degree in _Accounting or a Senior level student studying for an accounting degree.  Candidates must clearly convey in their application materials, how his/her combination of education and experience results in a well-qualified candidate. 

•   Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with an emphasis in Accounting or Accounting student with Senior standing.

•   Must have a valid California Driver’s License and must be insurable under the company’s automobile policy.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL ALSO POSSESS:

•   A drive for excellence

•   Excellent comprehension of accounting information systems

•   Excellent GL comprehension

•   Enthusiasm for learning new software

•   Significant computer software aptitude

•   Must have a strong work ethic

•   Ability to use Microsoft email professionally and without spelling or grammatical errors

•   Prioritization skills

•   Must be well organized and a self-starter

•   Must be able to follow standard filing procedures

•   Detail oriented, professional, reliable, positive

•   Must possess strong listening skills and the ability to take notes that translate into helpful tools

•   Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate clearly in a

friendly and professional manner

•   Works well independently and with others

•   Maintains the highest standards of confidentiality with all records

•   Comfortable in a fast paced and/or noisy environment

•   Ability to meet specific deadlines

•   Exercise sound judgment

There is room for growth. 

COMPENSATION:

The hiring salary range depends on experience, with a starting pay of $25-28 per hour, depending upon

experience, plus benefits (see below).  This is a non-exempt position eligible for FLSA overtime. 

BENEFITS: 

Northgate Ready Mix offers a generous and competitive benefits package:

Vacation:  Employees earn .03 hours of vacation for each one hour of paid work, beginning with the first

pay period. Overtime hours worked accrue the same .03 hours of vacation per hour.

Paid Sick Leave:  Employees who work at least 30 days during the year will receive 24 hours (or 3 days,

whichever is greater) of paid sick leave on your date of hire, and at the beginning of each calendar year.

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance:  Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours/week are eligible for

employer paid premium on one of the plans offered. After 3 years of service the company pays premiums

for 50% of family portion. After 5 years of service the company pays 100% of employee family premiums.

Retirement Plan:  A 401K plan is available to employees after 1 year of service. Matching is up to 4% of

salary.

Company Description

Family owned and operated company with a positive culture.