Part-Time Junior Accountant

Do you want to grow with us? At DXP we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908 DXP has been dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise of the products we distribute and the technical services we perform with a sense of individual pride and company spirit. Throughout your career with DXP, we will encourage and empower you to take an active role in identifying and driving your development, so you feel total confidence in your ability to achieve ongoing success. We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers. Check out our many videos to learn more! This is a part-time position with the potential to transition to a full-time role based on workload and business needs. Responsibilities of the Junior Accountant include, but are not limited to: Obtain customer sales tax exemption certificates as they expire and save pdf copy in SharePoint; notify corporate office in Tampa so customer record may be updated. When invoicing customers, ensure the correct sales tax rate is used by accessing Avalara software. If sales tax is not charged on a sale, ensure proper documentation is in SharePoint (Resale Certificate or Sales Tax Exemption Certificate). Obtain new customer information (completed credit application, sales tax exemption certificate and Form W-9) and send it to the corporate office in Tampa to request a new customer setup in Great Plains. Periodically request updated credit applications from existing customers (every three years) to confirm continuing creditworthiness. Enter customer sales orders for parts orders in Great Plains in coordination with salespeople. Ensure the correct salesperson is notated on the sales order. Convert sales order to customer invoice when parts ship to customer (drop shipments) and e-mail the invoice to customer. Process customer credit card payments. Send any customer checks received to the corporate office in Tampa for deposit. Send any requests for updates to customer master record (ex: ACH bank change) to corporate office in Tampa. Assist Staff Accountants in Tampa corporate office with questions about payments received from customers. Answer customer questions regarding equipment ship dates. Actively collect past due accounts receivable invoices and notify management if a customer is not responding to collections efforts; update collection notes spreadsheet for all collections activity. Provide explanations at month-end for any receivables 90+ days past due - this will be sent to DXP Houston as part of the monthly financial reporting. Assist with reconciling commission payments against manufacturers project payment statements. Obtain new vendor information (Form W-9, remittance address and payment terms) and send it to corporate office in Tampa for new vendor setup. Send any requests for updates to vendor master record (ex: remit-to address change) to corporate office in Tampa. Create vendor purchase orders from sales orders in Great Plains in coordination with salespersons for parts orders. Check with manufacturers as necessary to determine ship dates for equipment and update in Great Plains. Send vendor invoices with copy of related customer invoice to Tampa corporate office for processing. Answer vendor questions regarding payment of their invoice. Answer phones, handle walk-in customers, schedule maintenance/repairs as necessary. Assist salespersons with accounting questions, order entry and proposal preparation. Assist Controller and Junior Controller in Tampa office with various tasks and projects as needed. Prepare responses to auditor requests as assigned. Complete DXP training as scheduled. Other tasks as assigned. Qualifications of the Junior Accountant include, but are not limited to: Minimum 5 years of accounting experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to engage others and work collaboratively with multiple departments Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Excel Additional Information: Physical Demand: N/A Working Conditions: Office environment Training/Certifications: N/A Shift: Part-Time Travel: N/A Education: High School Diploma required; accounting coursework/continuing education preferred DXP is always looking for individuals who want to join a team of employees who have the desire to achieve remarkable accomplishments together. The culture of the organization is supportive and goal oriented with high expectations, yet it is an environment where the team spirit inspires everyone to do their best. All DXP employees play a vital part in the organization and are treated with respect. By applying to DXP, you will have the opportunity to speak with some of the most respected professionals in the industry. DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401(k), paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products. EOE/M/F/D/V

Created: 2024-11-15