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Accounting Role at Baker Commodities, Inc.

Safely and effectively perform accounting functions to support the National Accounts Center (NAC), including processing transactions within the ERP system, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting billing, payment, and reporting processes. This role also assists with resolving transaction-related issues and responding to accounting inquiries from internal teams and external partners.

Compensation and Benefits

• $32.00 hourly
• Medical, dental and vision coverage offered
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Company sponsored short and long-term disability
• Pet Insurance

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and review accounting transactions within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Perform billing, route entry, and cash receipt processing for NAC SPN customer accounts
• Prepare AP packets, check requests, credit and debit memos, and vendor remittances
• Reconcile receivables and review transactions to support accurate financial reporting and close processes
• Generate pre-invoices, invoices, and customer transaction reports, ensuring completeness and timely delivery
• Monitor and assist with resolution of unapplied cash and outstanding balances, supporting collections efforts
• Maintain accurate pricing within ERP for NAC charge and pay rates
• Review supporting documentation, including pricing, service activity, and billing accuracy
• Review ERP reports and assist in identifying discrepancies or data issues for follow-up
• Assist with troubleshooting transactions or data-related issues and escalate as appropriate
• Support data validation and verification of system activity to maintain accurate records
• Communicate with customers, brokers, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve issues and ensure accurate information flow
• Manage assigned customer care and billing cases within Salesforce through resolution
• Access and review third-party platforms to support accurate transaction processing
• Maintain documentation within DocuWare to support transaction records and audit requirements
• Prepare reports for management, including pricing sheets, transaction summaries, and operational reporting
• Perform monthly close processes, including transaction review related to multiple divisions and supporting schedules
• Support audit requests by providing documentation and explanations as needed
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time as business needs evolve over time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or related experience
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review, interpret, and validate financial data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general office applications (Word, Outlook)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with internal teams and external partners
• Must have excellent work ethic, including the willingness to work the hours necessary to complete duties timely
• Must be organized and have a skill set to manage multiple tasks
• Familiarity with Salesforce, DocuWare, Epicor, AFR or similar systems preferred
• Less than 5% travel requirement

Physical Demands/Requirements:

Constantly (over 2/3):

• Operates standard office equipment, including computers and related office machinery.
• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
• Reviews documents, organizes data, and ensures accuracy of information

Frequently (1/3-2/3):

• Moves throughout the office to access files and equipment as needed
• Communicates with customers and coworkers to exchange accurate information in person, by phone, and electronically

Occasionally (under 1/3):

• Moves materials or documents up to 25 lbs

About Baker Commodities, Inc.

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world's premier rendering companies.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.