Accounting Associate

Southern Ionics is hiring an Accounting Assistant at our West Point, Mississippi corporate offices. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking for hands-on experience with monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities in an established company, with strong potential for advancement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Perform monthly, quarterly and annual accounting activities.


2. Maintain supplier table in ERP system.


3. Provide credit information and complete applications for suppliers.


4. Review and approval of expense reports.


5. Perform account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and customer/supplier transaction analysis.


6. Assist with accounting audits.


7. Prepare reports as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support accounting group by fulfilling additional responsibilities as assigned.


2. Make recommendations to management for problem resolution.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business.


2. Accounting experience preferred.


3. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

COMPENSATION:

Compensation will be determined based on the individual candidate's qualifications. The role is eligible for Southern Ionics' annual performance bonus and wage adjustment program.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

1. Low deductible health, dental, and vision insurance.


2. 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%, immediately vested.


3. Generous PTo and many additional benefits.

This description is not to be considered “all inclusive” of job requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


2. Lifting could include objects up to 15 pounds.


3. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization.

Southern Ionics Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Southern Ionics Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.