Accountant/ Credit Manager - Hoover & Strong

Hoover & Strong, founded in 1912, is a family-owned jewelry manufacturer and refiner that makes over 30,000 eco-friendly and responsibly sourced jewelry products, all made in the USA. Our team of 90 dedicated coworkers have created a family-oriented work environment that encourages sharing of ideas and responsible practices in a Lean Manufacturing factory. Our work ethic is strong. We provide high-quality products and professional services in a comfortable, casual, non-corporate atmosphere with respect and appreciation for one another

Make a difference in YOUR life and become a part of the Hoover Family!

Salary Range: $65,000 $70,000 based on experience

Position Overview: The Staff Accountant/Credit Manager will be responsible for overseeing Accounts Receivable, Credit, and Collections. This position plays an active role in the timely recording of transactions. The Staff Accountant/Credit Manager will also work closely with the Director of Finance in designing and implementing metal hedging strategies for commodity exposure.

Responsibilities:

Daily (80%):

• Effectively partner with the sales team regarding customer accounts and keeping them abreast of the status of concerning accounts.
• Handle incoming phone calls and emails from customers to accept payments and resolve credit-related issues. Involves decision-making on managing past due accounts, responding to billing questions, and reconciliation of accounting records with customers.
• Collect past due amounts and negotiate payment plans for customer accounts
• Process ACH, Wires, and check payments. Process new accounts and established accounts for customers seeking credit. Review current Net 30 accounts for limit adjustments as needed.
• Post checks received in mail to customer accounts and post lockbox receipts to customer accounts in accounting software.
• Assist customers with account inquiries via phone.
• In charge of our credit card processing current system, US Trans.
• Runs credit reports and establishes credit limits and terms for customers.
• Monitors metal positions that are hedged, identifying and accessing financial risks, including market fluctuations in metal markets, interest rate changes, and potential legal or compliance issues.
• Assisting with the design and implementation of hedging strategies, interest rates, and commodity exposures.

Weekly (10%):

• The Staff Accountant/Credit Manager is responsible for supporting the sales team and managing the collection of past due amounts for customers.
• Issue demand letters for overdue accounts and collect outstanding balances. Determine when to escalate account to outside collections.
• Work with Accounts Payable staff with requests to print checks, match checks to vouchers, and mail payments for customers.
• Review A/R Aging statements for outstanding balances.
• Assist Director of Finance & Accounting with other duties assigned.

Monthly (10%):

• Develop strategies to mitigate financial risks, including hedging strategies, insurance, and diversification.
• Monitor financial risk policies and make adjustments based on evolving business conditions or external factors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other training.
• Experience with hedge funds, commodities markets and trading strategies a plus.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a timely and independent manner.
• Experience in customer service. Able to professionally communicate with customers over the phone.
• Must be reliable and punctual. Consistently works 40 hours per week. Works the majority of the time independently apart from a few questions and clarifications needed.
• Requires excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Able to voice opinions and ideas when problem-solving to formulate the best path forward.
• Excellent computer skills in Windows, Office, directory navigation, and file management required.
• Ability to learn, understand and adhere to established policies and procedures. Showcases understanding of established policies and procedures by consistently adhering to them.
• Maintains high ethics. Is respectful and honest. Is caring, friendly and willing to share knowledge and expertise.
• Experience in accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is a plus.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 23 Days of Paid Days Off (including 14 days Paid Time Off (pro-rated first year) and 9 Paid Holidays)
• Company contribution to your Medical (up to 62%) and Dental (up to 75%)
• Eligibility for 401k, with Company Profit Sharing contributions
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Vision and Supplemental Insurance Available
• Performance bonuses and Spot Awards
• Monthly luncheons, cookouts and other fun activities
• Weekdays only, no shift work

All applicants must complete the online application. We cannot accept resumes without the online application. Candidates must pass an extensive background check, credit, criminal and drug screen; in addition, all candidates must be willing to adhere to a metal-free dress code policy and no cell phones.

Hoover & Strong, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We are an EEO M/F/D/V.