Accounting Assistant

Who We Are Reed Food Technology/Tastemaker Foods is a family-owned food manufacturing company with two locations in central and north Mississippi. Our sauce plant, called Reed Food Technology in Pearl MS, produces a wide range of food sauces, including some of the best-known names in the world of competitive BBQ. Our dry-blending facility called Tastemaker Foods in Hernando MS, produces batters and coating systems for fried meat, baking mixes, and dry seasoning blends. We offer the familiarity and warmth of a family-owned operation, with the capabilities of a world-class food manufacturer. What We Are Looking For While focused on finance, our accounting department deals with all aspects of our company. The Accounting Assistant will provide direct support to the CFO while working independently. The Accounting Assistant is responsible for managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other daily accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner with problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic. Essential Job Functions · Invoicing customers in a timely fashion. · Apply payments received to the correct customer accounts in accounting software · Monitor Accounts Receivable daily for delinquent accounts. · Notify delinquent customers of credit hold status and communicate this status throughout the necessary departments. · Process credit card payments when applicable. · File and maintain paid customer invoice files. · Submit deposits daily through Remote Capture Device (RCD) · Posting vendor invoices in accounting software · Matching vendor payments with corresponding vendor invoices · Recording payment information on vendor invoices. · File and maintain paid vendor invoices. · Assists in maintaining inventory systems at both production locations · Assist in monthly closing procedures (ie bank reconciliations, sales reports, margin reports) · Maintain asset depreciation software · Other responsibilities as assigned. Required Skills: · Ability to engage professionally with customers and coworkers. · Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills. · Basic reading, writing and math skills required. · Attention to detail. · Ability to work independently on detailed tastes without getting bored or distracted · Ability to spot numerical errors · Able to handle sensitive, and/or confidential information with discretion. · Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures · Organized. Education and Training BS degree in accounting is preferred 2-5 years of experience in a similar role Location and Schedule · The Accounting Assistant position is an onsite job at our Pearl, MS facility. · Expected work schedule is during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. Compensation · $50K and up, depending on experience · Competitive benefits package Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $50,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Experience: Accounting: 3 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Pearl, MS 39208 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Pearl, MS 39208: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person