General Accounting Assistant

Safran
Norcross, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2022 CLOSED ON 10/13/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Accounting Assistant position at Safran?

Job Description

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the General Accounting Assistant is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, inputting customer orders, creating customer invoices, supporting internal and external financial audits, performing basic troubleshooting to reconcile account balances, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Compute and prepare data for accounts payable to include 3-way
match invoices, internal purchase orders and receiving records.
  • Verify invoices for accuracy of data and appropriate documentation.
  • Perform accounts receivable collection for all open invoices.
  • Maintain A/R aging report weekly.
  • Reconcile general ledger account balances.
  • Responsible for month-end and year-end close activities.
  • Primary contact for customer and vendor related issues.
  • Maintain fixed assets in ERP to include commissioning, retirement &
monthly depreciation.
  • Create new customer orders and invoices in ERP system.
  • Enter invoices into customer portals (WAWF, Exostar...)
  • Check customer portals for invoice and order issues and resolve as
necessary.
  • Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in
accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
  • Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing
recommendations and implementing enhancements to current
methods and procedures.

Job Requirements

  • Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple
competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with close attention
to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a proven
ability to be assertive yet approachable, delivering a positive
customer service experience.
  • Must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks
opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors own work
to ensure quality metrics are met.
  • Proficient in MS Office programs, to include Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of accounting systems and GAAP.
  • Ability to work independently and self-motivate while managing time
efficiently.
  • Fluency in French is a plus.
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