Accounting Associate

The Frazier Company is seeking an Accounting Associate!

We offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays

• Health insurance available with company contribution

• Dental and Vision insurance available

• Short-Term Disability insurance available

• Life insurance available

• 401K plan with company contribution

• Additional voluntary benefits available

• Casual work environment

• Pay range: $25-$27/hr.

The Frazier Company, a leader in the heating, air conditioning, and plumbing industry, has been serving Omaha and its surrounding communities for over 95 years. We specialize in new installations and skilled service repairs for both residential and commercial applications. Our employees strive to exceed our customers’ expectations and to deliver an unmatched, superior level of service. Throughout our history, our business has been built around trust, commitment, and integrity while always striving for constant improvement of our services.

If you are seeking a company that values you as an individual and treats you like family, then look no further. The Frazier Company prides itself on treating every member of our team like family. More than a few members of our management team have been employed with our company for several decades and that is due to our key principles of valuing every team member on an individual level and rewarding them for their commitment year after year.

Please read the information below and submit your resume!

What will I be doing?

The Accounting Associate is responsible for processing, tracking, and recording vendor transactions and payments, and will perform various accounting duties, including reconciling account balances, and managing vendor relationships.

In addition to being responsible for accounts payable, you will also contribute to areas such as inventory maintenance and project set up. As you grow in your skills and confidence in the work, you will be introduced to several other areas, including payroll and job costing. Your knowledge and previous experience in the general ledger will propel you forward in this position and set you apart from other candidates.

Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Maintain neat and orderly payables documentation by sorting and matching invoices, purchase orders, and packing lists

• Review, code, and input vendor invoices into accounting system accurately and timely

• Schedule and manage payments to vendors including check preparation and credit card payments; monitor all available discount opportunities

• Research and resolve discrepancies in invoice documents

• Reconcile vendor statements

• Provide customer service to vendors and resolve any issues that arise

• Perform inventory data entry

• Implement new project setup

• Disburse petty cash by recording entries and verifying transactions

• Maintain W-9 files and appropriate insurance certificates

• Identify and correct errors in financial data
• Stay organized and keep track of multiple financial transactions simultaneously

• Contribute in other areas of the accounting department and assist with special projects as assigned

What skills are we looking for?

• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and posting to the general ledger
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage financial transactions
• High degree of accuracy
• Keen attention to detail to ensure all financial transactions are properly documented, with no discrepancies or mistakes made
• Ability to follow established processes and procedures
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills, including with email
• Willingness to take ownership of the job
• Enjoys working independently
• Ability to adapt and adjust to changing situations
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to make judgements for best course of action

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively to meet deadlines

Minimum job requirements?

• Associates degree or some course work in Accounting

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role

• Inventory experience and construction background a plus

• Demonstrated computer skills using MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

• Have strong math skills and effectively communicate with coworkers and clients
• Understanding of financial regulations and standards

Physical demands and working conditions?

• Primarily works indoors in a normal office environment

• Operates computer and other standard office equipment which requires repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement

• Uses visual and manual dexterity skills
• Lifts and carries materials weighing up to 30 pounds
• May be required to work overtime