Division A/R Accounting Clerk

Precision Castparts - Clackamas, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Clackamas, OR

10,001+ employees

Primary Metal Manufacturing

About the position

As a key member of the Structurals Division financial team at Precision Castparts Corp., the A/R Accounting Clerk plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of accounting practices within the organization. This position requires a thorough understanding of accounting theory and practices, as well as the ability to interpret corporate policies and ensure adherence to established procedures. The A/R Accounting Clerk will be responsible for preparing, processing, and maintaining daily customer invoicing for the division, which is essential for the financial health of the company. In addition to invoicing, the role involves maintaining and coordinating Accounts Receivable (A/R) General Ledger accounts, analyzing, and reconciling monthly activities. The clerk will perform necessary General Ledger reconciliations and determine the appropriate journal entries to balance the end-of-month close. This position also requires auditing and analyzing accounting reports and systems, recommending improvements where necessary to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Collaboration is key in this role, as the A/R Accounting Clerk will work closely with both internal and external customers to ensure that A/R accounts are accurate and assist in the collections process. The clerk will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining daily A/R cash postings for the division, providing interpretation and application of accounting information and policies, and interfacing with division and plant personnel to leverage and share accounting tools and knowledge. Overall, this position is vital for the financial operations of the Structurals Division, ensuring that all accounting practices align with corporate standards and contribute to the company's strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process and maintain A/R daily customer invoicing for the Division.
• Maintain and coordinate A/R GL accounts, analyze, and reconcile monthly activities.
• Perform necessary General Ledger reconciliations and determine proper Journal Entries to balance end-of-month close.
• Audit and analyze accounting reports/systems and recommend improvements.
• Work with internal and external customers to ensure A/R accounts are accurate and assist in collections process.
• Prepare, process and maintain daily A/R cash postings for the Division.
• Provide interpretation and application of accounting information and/or policy.
• Interface with Division and Plant personnel to leverage and share accounting tools and knowledge.
• Assist and backup all aspects of Accounts Receivable process as needed.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance, or equivalent knowledge and experience (approximately 4-5 years previous accounting experience).
• Proven ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks within time constraints.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of management.