Accounting Assistant

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

Reports to Controller

Champlain Seafood USA, Inc. is committed to consistently resourcing and supplying the highest quality lobsters for our customers worldwide.

All employees of Champlain Seafood USA, Inc. are hard workers and are part of a small team of people. This is a part time 20 to 25 hours per week. Schedule is flexible but initially hours would be Mon - Fri 9 AM to 2 PM.

SUMMARY

Champlain Seafood USA, Inc. is seeking to add to its accounting and finance department at their Boston Wholesale Lobster location in Lynn, Massachusetts. The Accounting Assistant is responsible for a wide variety of duties, including working closely with the accounting department and providing administrative support to our sales department. We are looking for someone who is willing to work hard, as an individual and as a team member, is personable, willing to learn and be part of a successful organization. The Accounting Assistant reports to the Controller.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist the accounting department in clerical bookkeeping duties such as A/R; A/P, process deposits, daily bank reconciliations and invoicing backup.
• Open and process daily incoming and outgoing mail.
• Administer Worker Comp claims.
• Manager the month end packaging cost and inventory levels.
• Perform accurate and efficient data entry, ensuring the integrity of our records.
• Organize and maintain office documents, files, and records with a keen attention to detail.
• Assist in month end processes to ensure timely close of month end.
• Keep inventory and order all office supplies.
• Assistant to Controller.
• Administrative support for sales department.

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following:

• Performs any directly related appropriate duties assigned by the Controller.
• Performs assigned duties with minimum personal supervision.
• Meet safety standards

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with people at all levels over the phone and in-person. Accurate accounting skills with a strong attention to detail required in all aspects of the position along with an ability to multi-task.

Education and/or Experience: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office, strong Excel, Word, Internet and Outlook required. Experience in Sage 300 or other major accounting system preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. and able to sit in an office environment during working hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is primarily in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to minimal hazards. Temperature, humidity and atmosphere can be extreme in this fast-paced environment. The noise level is usually moderate but may be high at times.

JOB SUMMARY

JOB TYPE - Part-time employee

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE – 3 to 5 years in an accounting/office environment preferred

SALARY – Commensurate with experience

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Applicants must have reliable work experience and supply three work-related references and must be able to pass a drug test, if asked to take one.

Veterans and applicants who have worked in a Seafood Distribution Company will be strongly considered. Go to www.BostonWholesaleLobster.com to visit our website.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Lynn, MA 01905: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person