FAMILY-OWNED SEED COMPANY SEEKING A FULL-TIME FULL-CHARGE BOOKKEEPER.
Work will be performed in Imbler, Oregon; training will take place in Imbler & North Powder, Oregon. Remote work is not available. This is a full-time and long-term position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Requirements:
High School Diploma (minimum)
College level accounting courses or equivalent verifiable experience
The successful candidate MUST:
o Be proficient in Quickbooks, MS Word & Excel
o Have excellent oral & written communication skills
o demonstrate the ability to communicate well verbally with a diverse cross section of customers both in person and on the phone.
o Be willing to learn & implement new methods
o Be a well-organized and efficient person; conscious of time management
o Be able to multi-task
o Possess an Oregon Drivers’ License & have own transportation
Physical Requirements:
o Frequent use of calculator, phone, printer, computer & related hardware
o Ability to stand, sit, hear, talk, use hands to type
o Occasionally lifting small quantities of seed
The right candidate will possess, or demonstrate:
A strong work ethic
o Give great attention to detail
o High level of punctuality & dependability to work 40 hour/week. Usually M-F.
Flexibility available during the off-season
o the ability to work independently, manage time efficiently and handle unexpected events
o Ability to work under pressure & prioritize tasks
o Good customer service
Be able to pass a credit and criminal background check.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
An Agricultural background a real plus!
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
General Bookkeeping & bank statement reconciliations
Answer phones & assist walk-in customers
Taking customer’s orders & following them through to fulfillment
Invoicing Customers
Accounts Receivable
Accounts Payable
Pick up and process the mail daily
Payroll including:
o process time cards & pay employees every half month;
o prepare & distribute to the appropriate agencies quarterly and annual reports
o pay the employer taxes on payroll
Prepare quarterly sales reports for the owners
Work closely with the owner & warehouse personnel
Other Duties that occur less frequently and may be shared with other employees:
o Inventory – obtain physical inventory lists from the warehouse employees & enter into Excel
o Company licensing
o Royalty Reports – twice a year
o Seed Field Certification
Other duties as assigned / needed
Training will be available for the right person.