Accounting Associate - Accounts Receivable - PACMIN STUDIOS

PacMin Studios brings imagination to life with visually dynamic marketing solutions for industries ranging from aviation and aerospace to events and entertainment. A leader in our unique industry for over 75 years, PacMin Studios has been creating custom scale models, trade show exhibits, dynamic graphics, and promotional solutions to help businesses build key relationships. 

Our culture is about teamwork, mutual respect, pride of ownership and an unshakable commitment to quality. Who we are is every bit as important as what we are…the culmination of talented professionals and experienced staff collaborating to provide “WOW” for our customers.  We’re dedicated to high performance, take pride in our accomplishments, and simply enjoy one another’s company. Our culture permeates everything we do, from supporting and relying on one other to the lasting friendships we build along the way. 

Are you ready to contribute to the growth and success of PacMin Studios? We are in search of a Full-Time Accounting Associate who is eager to make an impact at work and in the community. We invite you to come grow your career with us!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES DESIRED:

• 2+ years of general accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree or working toward degree in accounting, business, or related field
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail - thorough and accurate when accomplishing a task
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new software quickly with minimal guidance
• Intermediate Microsoft Office suite skills
• Excellent customer service, high energy, and positive and professional demeanor
• Ability to work well in a close team environment with all levels of employees
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to be proactive and take initiative
• Knowledge of (GAAP) Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software experience a plus
• Bilingual Spanish a plus
• Desire to learn and understand the aerospace and aviation industry

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Run credit reports and interface with the sales department to communicate credit decisions and ensure timely review of the qualifying of new customers
• Contact vendors when needed and complete vendor application forms
• Manage/update database of customer-approved payment terms
• Monitor customer orders and/or quotes to ensure approved payment terms are used
• Monitor and collect from customers with orders requiring deposits
• Create and send invoices to customers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Manage collection process ensuring issues are identified as they occur
• Communicate and resolve any payment issues with customers
• Communicate and resolve internal issues with sales/operations
• Monitor overall adherence to the accounts receivable process, and update the process as needed
• Deposit checks and apply payments and deposits to invoices
• Maintain resellers certification database
• Continuously review and recommend workflow efficiencies and cost reductions  
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations
• Assist with monitoring and performing variance analysis on project actual spending vs. approved budget
• Assist with completing data analysis of the company’s balance sheet and income statement
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets
• Document and maintain accounting policies and procedures
• Review accounting standards and propose new accounting procedures/processes to ensure compliance
• Assist with tasks related to month-end closings to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Assist customers with general accounting inquiries
• Assist with AP entries, processing, and payments as needed
• Provide the accounting department with support on key projects or tasks when assigned

This is a full-time, in-office position from 9-5:30 M-F. After-hours and weekend work may be needed based on closing and/or assignments due.

We offer a complete benefits package, including a 401K plan with a company match.

PacMin Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer