What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Accountant position at GM Performance Power Units?
Junior Accountant (AP Focus, QuickBooks Required) - Onsite
Job Summary
The Junior Accountant is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, reconciliations, and other payables in accordance with company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong AP experience and a good background in QuickBooks. This role supports the broader finance function by maintaining strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with financial and operational processes, and fostering positive relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing & Validation
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please Note: GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employer(s). Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.
Only direct hires need apply to or inquire about job postings at GM Performance Power Units. We are not accepting calls, resumes or applications from recruiting firms now.
Job Summary
The Junior Accountant is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, reconciliations, and other payables in accordance with company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong AP experience and a good background in QuickBooks. This role supports the broader finance function by maintaining strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with financial and operational processes, and fostering positive relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing & Validation
- Review, verify, and enter high-volume invoices into the ERP system, ensuring all documentation and approvals are obtained.
- Match purchase orders, receiving documentation, and vendor invoices to validate charges.
- Ensure invoice accuracy, proper GL coding, cost center alignment, and classification under accounting standards.
- Monitor the AP inbox and respond promptly to vendor inquiries, resolving discrepancies and payment timing issues.
- Prepare payment runs (check, ACH, wire) in accordance with scheduled disbursement cycles.
- Process employee expense reports and ensure compliance with travel and expense policies.
- Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9s and payment terms.
- Support 1099 year-end reporting and ensure compliance with IRS guidelines.
- Assist with AP accruals and reconciliation of AP subledger to the general ledger.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing accurate AP accruals and journal entries.
- Assist with audits by providing supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
- Maintain complete and accurate AP records for internal and external audits.
- Support preparation of AP-related reports, aging analyses, and reconciliations.
- Assist with monthly closing activities, including reconciliation of bank accounts and credit card accounts.
- Assist in refining AP procedures and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.
- Help implement automation and digitization initiatives relevant to accounts payable processing and financial reporting.
- Perform administrative duties such as mailing, shipping, office supply ordering, filing, and scanning.
- Assist with inter-company billing and reconciliation.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent math and analytical skills.
- Customer service orientation with the ability to manage sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- High level of deductive reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or motorsports environment.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, U.S. GAAP, IFRS, FASB, and internal controls.
- Experience with ERP systems (QuickBooks required; IFS, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar preferred).
- Record payments and banking transactions in QuickBooks and generate related reports.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Preferred experience with Fishbowl Inventory or other inventory management programs.
- Exposure to foreign currency transactions, intercompany transactions, and consolidation principles is a plus.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods of standing or walking.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
- Occasional movement required to access file cabinets, office machinery, or irregular spaces (such as in or under a vehicle).
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please Note: GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employer(s). Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.
Only direct hires need apply to or inquire about job postings at GM Performance Power Units. We are not accepting calls, resumes or applications from recruiting firms now.
