Accounting Associate

About Olympic Steel

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first - always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization.

Job Description

The Accounting Associate is responsible for a variety of general accounting processing responsibilities, which may vary based on the assigned functional area (payables vs. receivables) and/or designated location. Answering phone calls and some reception like tasks. Ensures compliance with payment schedules to maximize discount opportunities if applicable. Performs accurate data entry of invoices into the system, including but not limited to: steel, freight, and other miscellaneous invoices, as well as expense reports. Prepares and verifies amounts and codes for various standard accounting entries, data input or other forms; encodes and obtains necessary approvals for processing. Verifies divisional payables, makes necessary corrections. Verifies PO numbers, receivable numbers and tag numbers for invoices and print invoices. Verifies accuracy in daily billing of customers. Reviews computer reports to identify and trace sources of error and makes necessary corrections; Performs research to locate accounting or computer input errors. Contacts various department personnel to resolve discrepancies or problems; answers inquiries regarding work being performed. Maintains a variety of records pertinent to work unit such as records of accounts payable; Identifies accounts affected and debit and credit entries necessary. Sorts and files all invoices and related paperwork as necessary; May forward files to appropriate location. Participate as requested in auditing activities as needed. Run accrual report on a monthly basis to make sure all invoices are received and posted. Review statements from miscellaneous vendors and verify in Accpac to make sure all invoices have been received and sent to corporate for payment. Obtain required information from new vendors so corporate accounting can set them up in the ERP.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
• Skilled at verbal and written communication
• Ability to effectively and efficiently collect, consolidate, extract, and summarize data from multiple locations and systems

Why Work for Olympic Steel

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid holidays and vacation; a 401(k) match; tuition reimbursement; and various opportunities to earn cash bonuses. And, we offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact - at our company, in the local community and in the world. See for yourself at Ia