Accounting Professional – Accounts Payable

Job Description

Entry Level Accountant | PJ Fitzpatrick, LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time, entry-level role at PJ Fitzpatrick, LLC, located in New Castle, DE. The company is a fast-growing, mid-sized organization recognized for its top-tier culture. This position is crucial for providing essential accounting and financial support across all of the company’s markets and products. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a supportive environment, encouraging both independent work and team collaboration.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person New Castle, DE
• Pay: $60000 yearly
• Team: Reports to accounting management and supports other accounting team members.
• Mission: Ensure the accuracy and timely reconciliation of financial data across accounts payable and general ledger functions.
• Tech Stack: Intermediate Excel experience

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounting Operations: Ensure the accuracy of vendor invoice data in the General Ledger and reconcile it against existing purchase orders.
• Financial Reconciliation: Prepare daily and monthly reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts, specifically including Accounts Payable and vendor statements.
• General Ledger Management: Prepare and post journal entries into the company’s general ledger, including but not limited to vendor accruals.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with production departments and external vendors to resolve any reconciliation differences.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas where accounting processes can be improved and collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement solutions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An Entry-Level professional with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or a similar major.
• Experience: Requires some prior experience in Accounts Payable, specifically focused on date and invoice reconciliation.
• Skills: Strong computer proficiency with intermediate Excel experience, excellent oral and written communication abilities, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to prioritize work effectively.
• Bonus: Relevant work experience or internships are a plus, alongside a positive and upbeat personality that contributes to a collaborative team environment.