Staff Accountant - Lensing Wholesale

Lensing Building Specialties, a leading employer in the Tri-State for the last 75 years, knows how to have fun, get the job done, and treat our people right. Founded in 1948, we are a 3rd generation, family-owned specialty distributor of Residential and Commercial building products and services. Our focus includes windows, doors, cabinets, siding, garage doors, hardware, security, access control, glazing, overhead doors and dock equipment.

The Staff Accountant will be a detail-oriented, valued partner in providing timely and accurate recording of transactions, account reconciliations and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounts payable and general accounting practices. The Staff Accountant will work closely with e Controller and accounting team to manage accounts payable and account reconciliation.

At Lensing, we understand that the key to a strong and dedicated workforce is the promotion of great work/ homelife balance. Our employees benefit from a rewarding and challenging long-term career. We are looking for an individual who likes to learn and add value to the future of the company.

Duties and Responsibilities

Be an ethical person to the company, your coworkers and to the customers

Utilize Microsoft Office products in daily work

Assist in fixed asset record keeping and tracking.

Enter and review accounts payable invoices.

Process payments to vendors via ACH and check.

Set-up and maintain customer and vendor accounts.

Identify and research outstanding items for vendors.

Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure adherence to accounting standards and practices.

Prepare reports that provide insights to financial performance and operational efficiency.

Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of customer and vendor information.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Ability to maintain thoroughness and accuracy in tasks assigned.

Proficient data entry skills with details and numbers.

Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Possess a high degree of integrity when dealing with sensitive information.

Ability to be a proactive, energetic team player.

Proficient in DMSI Agility software a plus but not required.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal and Holidays)

Free at-Work Clinic for Employees and their immediate Family Members

Healthcare Plan (Medical, Dental and Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k) and profit share

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Wellness Resources & Company Wellness Challenges

Company Sponsored Events: Annual Chili Cookoff (serious business btw), Annual Cookie Bake Off, Company Picnic, Food Truck Days and more

This job description is an outline for the Staff Accountant position at Lensing Building Specialties. Listed above are the majority of responsibilities and expectations for the Staff Accountant but is not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities and duties.