Accounting Specialist - AZ

Accounting SpecialistThis position will be primarily based out of our Mesa I facility located at 4712 S Ellsworth Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212. Though pending business needs could slide to other AZ sites. The accounting specialist is a team member on the accounting team that supports the organization by performing a variety of accounting tasks. The accounting specialist will need to be a self-starter that works well in a team environment and is expected to collaborate with sales/engineering, design, planning, purchasing/materials, production, and quality teams. This position plays an important role in supporting the growth of the business by ensuring that we have accurate financial accounting practices. This position reports to the Accounting Supervisor. The present scope of operations at the Arizona division covers approximately $135 million per year in shipments of custom heat exchangers, 415,000 sqft feet of manufacturing space and ~300 production workers. Our product mix is all work-center based manufacturing with a small, finished goods inventory. Product mix is mostly batch style production. The products fall into commercial and industrial sectors. Product size can vary from 10 to 10,000 pounds with quantities varying typically from 1 to 3,000. We are a growing organization that is committed to controlled and sustainable growth. We are looking for people comfortable and excited to work in a mid-sized organization where hierarchies are limited, gap-filling is routine, and responsibilities come to those that take initiative and support the collective effort. The individual that will succeed in this role is a person that is motivated by big challenges, feels comfortable in trying new things, is confident in their ability to apply sound judgment, and feels rewarded by helping others to be the best version of themselves. Essential Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Process vendor invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports Verify invoice accuracy, coding, and approvals. Prepare payments via check and ACH. Maintain files and respond to inquiries. Accounts Receivable Prepare customer invoices and statements. Apply incoming payments and reconcile AR accounts. Assist with billing discrepancies. General Accounting Support account reconciliations. Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities. Ensure compliance with company policies. Maintain accurate records and documentations. Assist with audits by compiling required documentation. Additional Make decisions that represent the best interest of the organization. Support the needs of other departments. Present and lead through company values. Support a safety culture by following all PPE and safety rules while on the production floor. Position Qualifications: Required Fundamental understanding of accounting principles. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications. Excellent prioritization skills. Strong problem solving and analytical skills. Open to feedback with a consistent desire to learn more. Self-directed and motivated to support the needs of a changing and growing business. Positive, can-do attitude. Thrives in a fast-paced production environment. Exhibits grace under pressure. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must pass medical pre-screen with physical and background check. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Desired History of success with a mid-sized company. Experience working in manufacturing.