Accounting Representative

Overview

Location: Davenport, IA - Onsite 5 days per week

Pay is dependent upon experience and will be discussed during the consideration process   

The prime objectives of the Accounting Representative are to track receipt, consumption, inventory of purchased materials and process expenses by receiving, verifying, and reconciling invoices and support completion of payments, accurately and on-time.  

This position supports a good standing in the community, sustainable operations, and adheres to and  upholds all company policies, safety standards and federal / state regulations.  

Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Plant Controller.

Role & Responsibilities

Responsibilities:  

• Monitor daily activity of purchased and produced materials in inventory.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all accounts payable transactions of purchased materials by monitoring group AP inbox.
• Receive, review, and verify invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain constant communication with operations supervisors and buyers to ensure receiving is performed in a timely manner.
• Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Responsible for calculating AP accruals at month-end and performing journal entries.
• Charges expenses to accounts by analyzing invoices; recording entries by coding and entering invoices into the accounting system.
• Vendor relations; Resolves purchase order issues, invoices, or payment discrepancies and supports with the proper documentation.
• Supports effort of updating and maintaining vendor information in the accounting system.
• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Maintains historical records by electronically filing documents; File and archive invoices and other documentation.
• Send sales tax exemptions forms to vendors when needed.
• Protects organizations value by keeping information confidential. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as relevant regulations and laws.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Ability, Skills & Knowledge: 

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1-2 years of office administrative experience
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs
• Strong attention to details
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Must display good employability skills (attendance, job performance, attitude, willingness to work, etc.)
• Able to multi-talk and provide support to the organization as needed
• Flexibility in job duties and willingness to help others
• Due to the nature of this position, it is essential that the teammate be available to report to the designated work site / office and be ready to begin work when scheduled.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening which may include a physical, background check, and drug screen.

Benefits

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Consistent work, with a work/life balance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid

Get Hired

What to Expect During our Hiring Process

• Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• 5-Panel Drug Screen
• Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
• A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!

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Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada. At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity. We'repassionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit's companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.

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