General Accountant
The Timken Company • Norton Shores, Michigan • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Oct 1, 2026
ABOUT ROLLON
Rollon by Timken designs and manufactures high-performance linear components, actuators, and complete motion systems that power industrial innovation worldwide. With a strong focus on engineered-to-order solutions, we partner with customers to develop customized technologies that solve complex motion challenges and adapt to the evolving needs of modern industry.
Our vision is to be the world’s leading linear motion provider for customized product solutions and digital services, committed to a demanding, innovative and sustainable approach. We are committed to continuous improvement, advanced engineering, and long-term partnerships that create measurable value.
Rollon solutions are trusted globally across industrial automation, aerospace, medical equipment, material handling, and other critical sectors where performance, efficiency, precision, and reliability are essential.
PURPOSE
We’re seeking a General Accountant with strong analytical skills and an Accounts Receivable mindset to manage daily financial transactions, improve cash flow visibility, and support compliance and internal controls.
The main role of the General Accountant is to act as support for the accounting department and ensure accurate, timely entry and processing of all tasks, with primary responsibility for Accounts Receivable functions. Daily activities include administrative support and core accounting tasks such as invoicing, preparing deposits, applying customer payments, compiling commission reports, and coordinating with Accounts Payable.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare daily bank deposits and apply payments to customer accounts
- Run errands to the bank as needed
- Process credit card payments
- Correspond with customers regarding delinquent balances and statement requests
- Prepare daily invoicing and update tracking information for shipped goods; file accordingly
- Post specific customer invoices to customer portals
- Coordinate with AP by processing assigned accounts payable invoices and reconciling statements as needed
- Prepare monthly commission reports and distribute to outside agents
- Retrieve and distribute mail daily
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures
- All other duties deemed necessary by the Controller and/or Business President
TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Courteous and professional communication style
- Strong understanding of Accounts Receivable processes
- Solid grasp of basic accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
- Experience with accounting or ERP systems is a plus
- Understanding of compliance requirements; familiarity with SOX is a strong plus
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s degree in accounting or related field
- Bachelor's degree is a plus
- 2–3 years minimum of relevant accounting experience (AR preferred)
- 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience preferred
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, dental, vision, life, disability, legal services, pet insurance, 401(k) with a generous company match, paid time off (vacation, sick, paternity/maternity,10 paid holidays), tuition reimbursement.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check that includes: degree verification, criminal records check, medical and drug screen, professional references, prior employment verification.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $61,000–$79,000 per year (median ~$69,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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