Accounting Assistant/Bookkeeper

Accounting Assistant/Bookkeeper

Full-Time

Monday-Friday Day Shift

South St. Louis City, Missouri

Pay Range: $24-$26/per hour

$1,000 sign on bonus

This is a great opportunity to join a family-owned company with 97+ years of proven success.  Our Company has a rare opening for an Accounting Assistant/Bookkeeper due to a retirement, with opportunity to grow in this position.  The Accounting Assistant/Bookkeeper will perform various accounting, bookkeeping, financial and administrative tasks.  This position has a flexible start time between 7am-8am.

Responsibilities

• Perform various accounting, bookkeeping, financial and administrative tasks. 
• Process and record accounts payable, payroll and receivable transactions, including verifying accuracy of invoices and expenditures and other accounts payable and receivable transactions
• Maintain the general ledger by posting entries, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded
• Work with third party service providers, including for payroll, benefits and insurance
• Work with third party accountants
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting responsibilities
• Maintain financial records and files accurately and in an organized method and be able to provide customers, vendors and third-parties with supporting documentation and obtaining appropriate documentation
• Be able to properly maintain confidential and sensitive information
• Clerical and filing responsibilities
• Conduct or assist in monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reporting requirements
• Other responsibilities in the area of bookkeeping and accounting
• Work with the Company Treasurer 

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of Associate’s degree and/or college level courses in accounting, finance or a related business field
• Experience as an accounting assistant, bookkeeper or similar position is a plus
• Strong understanding of accounting principles
• Experience with accounting software
• Must be proficient with Office 365 skills, especially Excel and Outlook
• Must be detail oriented and concern for accuracy is vital
• Must be able to manage time well and be organized
• Must be able to work well with company team and third-party service providers and also able to work well independently

Working Conditions

• This position is an on-site position with no remote work offered
• Sit at a desk and use of computer for extended periods
• Standing, bending and walking and lift/carry up to approximately 10 pounds a distance up to 25 feet.
• Operate a computer, printer and office equipment and software

Benefits (Full-Time)

• $1,000 sign on bonus
• Extra 50 cents/per hour attendance bonus
• End of the year bonus
• Medical Insurance (Free for employee)
• Life Insurance (Free for employee)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation)
• Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit
• Other Bonuses

About S. M. Arnold, Inc.

S. M. Arnold, Inc., is a manufacturer and distributer of quality cleaning and detailing products—for over 97 years.  Over the years, there have been constant innovations and additions to production with the same goal of providing the quality products to meet our customers’ needs.  Our team works to meet those challenges and surpass the needs of our customers.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screenings for this position.  The screenings will include criminal background check, credit/financial background check and a drug screen.  All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screenings.

EOE Statement

S. M. Arnold, Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, generic information, disability or protected veteran status