Purchasing Accountant

The Purchasing Accountant sits at the intersection of our procurement and finance functions, making sure every dollar that is committed to vendors is accurately recorded, properly approved, and paid on time. This person will own the full procure-to-pay cycle — matching purchase orders to receipts and invoices, maintaining vendor records, and making sure Orders have been delivered to the Factory in a timely manner. This is a detail-driven role for someone who finds satisfaction in a perfectly reconciled account.

Job Requirements:

• Prepare and process purchase orders and purchase requisitions
• Assist in the procurement process for materials, supplies, and services
• Maintain accurate vendor master data, payment terms, and W-9 documentation.
• Monitor the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements
• Track open purchase commitments and assist with accruals during month-end close.
• Assist in inventory management and control
• Assist in maintaining Job Audits to ensure all Jobs have material and labor cost applied accurately  

Required Experience / Education:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. 2+ year of accounting, finance or related field experience required in lieu of degree.
• Solid grasp of the procure-to-pay cycle and three-way matching.
• Strong Excel skills
• A sharp eye for detail and a habit of double-checking your own work.
• Excellent customer service skills that will ensure positive interactions with our vendors as well as having positive interactions with your co-workers

Preferred Experience / Education:

• 2+ years in Purchasing or general accounting.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-heavy environment.
• Comfort in an Accounting ERP System
• Exposure to process automation or AP software (e.g. Styeline ).

Physical Demands (details based on primary work location noted above): Must be able to sit, stand, and walk in an office workplace at a desk for prolonged periods. Must be able to lift to 10lbs on an occasional basis. Safety PPE is not required to be worn regularly for this job but is expected when the job duties are required.