Accounting Assistant (non-payroll)

Valley Contax, Inc. is in the heart of the beautiful Willamette Valley in Eugene, OR. We improve people’s vision by manufacturing the world’s best gas permeable contact lenses! We are expanding our accounting department by one full-time Accounting Clerk who will report directly to the Finance & Human Resources Director regarding both accounts receivable and accounts payable and other related tasks. Although some training and tasks may be done on site, the majority of work will be done remotely. Candidates must have the ability to work effectively from home without interruptions.

Tasks:

• Set up new customer accounts;
• Support duties related to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions within assigned timeframes;
• Enter and properly apply customer payments/adjustments in a timely manner;
• Email credit documents to customers;
• Review collection reports regarding the status of collections on outstanding balances. Contact customers to resolve disputes on invoices and collect delinquent payments;
• Collaborate on improving workflows, procedures, or standards, assuring an efficient and optimized operation;
• Enter vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner;
• Pay vendors timely and with the correct method of payment;
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data;
• Occasional order entry

Qualifications

• At minimum, an Associate degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or similar field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience can be substituted;
• 1-3 years of relevant, hands-on accounting experience;
• Have a solid understanding of debits and credits and journal entries;
• Ideal candidate will have excellent Excel skills, be organized, accurate, efficient, enjoy a high energy office, be enthusiastic, have a positive outlook, can multi-task.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties;
• Ability to manage a variety of priorities while meeting deadlines;
• Willingness to work both remotely (35-40 hours per week) and in the office (1-2 hours per week);
• Excellent customer service and ability to interact effectively with a wide spectrum of people;
• A home office or equivalent space that allows for quiet, productive work from home.

Benefits

• Low deductible health & vision insurance plan
• 2 weeks of paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Jury duty pay
• Bereavement pay
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• $55/month stipend to offset internet expenses