Fireclay Tile is here to revolutionize the tile and design industry. By implementing an innovative digital platform paired with unmatched artisan-crafted products and client service, we've made it easier than ever to specify and purchase beautiful, sustainable tile sourced and handcrafted in the US. Our tireless commitment to innovation, transparency, and sustainability has not gone unrecognized. We aim to grow 25-35% annually and are recognized as a B Corp for how we use Business as a Force for Good. With an innovative product, an ambitious team, and an inspiring mission, we're changing the way you think about tile.
The Team You’ll Work With …
We are currently looking for an Accounting Assistant, who is dedicated to maintaining accounting records and supporting the accounting team in a variety of ways. The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for data entry of incoming invoices from vendors, matching receiving proof-of-delivery documents with vendor invoices, reconciliation of all customer deposits, as well as assisting in Accounting month-end tasks. Fireclay Tile is a vertically integrated 250 person company, and proper accounting plays a central role in our success.
As an Accounting Assistant, you will work directly with our talented payroll and accounting team to fulfill compliance and accounting best practices. In this role, you will take ownership of key accounting activities that positively impact the employee culture; Get excited about delivering an exceptional teammate experience at every interval, elevating data integrity, being a big player in helping in business process improvement, and designing new initiatives. The role reports to the Corporate Controller; This full-time, hands-on, position will be based out of our beautiful Aromas, CA location.
The opportunities you will have …
- Full Accounts Payable Cycle composed of PO / Receiving Matching, Requisition Approvals/Invoice Matching, General Ledger Account Coding, and Employee Expense Reimbursements
- Process Amex/Credit Card transactions
- Daily Cash Receipts and Reconciliation of all bank deposits (cash, checks, e-checks, and credit card merchant accounts)
- Bi-weekly and off-cycle Check Run processing including ACH and Wire Transfer processing in bank and vendor web portals
- Customer refund processing
- Assist in Month-end Closing Activities and Preparation of Subsidiary Schedules, including but not limited to: Journal Entries, Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations, Bank Account Reconciliations, Fixed Asset Schedule, Depreciation, Inter-Company Transactions, Prepaid Expenses, and Accruals
- Assist with organization, filing, and overall tidiness of the department
- Always represent Fireclay Tile, and our brand, with all other team members and vendors to ensure we are honoring our Core Values and Mission and doing the best we can for our clients and our B Corp mentality.
- At all times maintain a safe, welcoming environment that promotes and values equality, diversity, and inclusiveness.
Serving as a Fireclay Tile Brand Ambassador, representing our core values including:
Kindness Honesty Tread Lightly on the Earth Measure Twice, Cut Once
- Accountable to the B Corp standards the company lives up to including People, Planet, and Profit
About You …
- 1 years of experience in an accounting department
- Demonstrated know-how of debit & credit transaction flow within the GL, Company's Income Statement, accounts receivable and payable as well as Balance Sheet
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently
- Master of time management and navigating through competing priorities
- Whiz at math
- Advanced computer skills with experience in MS Excel, MS Word, and ERP/MRP systems; Salesforce and QuickBooks experience a plus
- Passionate for conservation while creative in helping the business grow
- Spanish / English Bi-lingual
Serving as a Fireclay Tile Brand Ambassador, representing our core values including:
Kindness Honesty Tread Lightly on the Earth Measure Twice, Cut Once- Accountable to the B Corp standards the company lives up to including People, Planet, and Profit
The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, stock options, and discretionary bonus in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits including a 4% 401(k) match, flexible time off (FTO) benefits, sick time, and parental leave, and other perks. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a teammate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Fireclay provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Fireclay will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by contacting Fireclay Tile at 1-800-773-2226.