AP/AR Clerk - Mandarin Speaking Preferred

If you want to work in a challenging position that pushes you to be your very best, welcome to Aosom.

Aosom is a leader in outdoor equipment, home goods, pet supplies and more and we want you to grow with us. We are a successful eCommerce company that has planned growth in the United States over the next 5 years. Our business is projected to grow 35% year over year. Would you like an opportunity to grow with us?

JOB SUMMARY:

The Accounting AP/AR Clerk completes and coordinates the accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks. Provides financial information to the Accounting Manager & headquarters (HQ) by preparing reports and recommendations. Helps facilitate inter-department operations; formulates and administers action by performing the following essential functions personally.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Contributes to the Accounting team to achieve daily, weekly, monthly and annual department and company goals through strategic vision, inspiration and proper communication.
• Communicates and collaborates with headquarters (HQ) accounting department and the US team verbally and written. Completes weekly projects as they are assigned.
• Follows a system of internal assurances and controls for the department including, confidentiality, sound documented processes, accuracy, proper payment/refund of accounts. Ensures all business transactions are reasonable, appropriate, and necessary.
• Processes accurate posting and classification of the daily payable transactions, refunds RMAs, researches and solves payment discrepancies, reconciles accounts and maintains accurate and comprehensive records of each day’s transactions.
• Assists in monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
• Prepares weekly and monthly reports for both internal and external purposes.
• Participates in daily and periodic audits internally and externally. Provides support to auditors as needed.
• Stays abreast of the latest ecommerce industry trends and technologies and develops planning to integrate into company’s operations to stay relevant and improve operational efficiencies.
• Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by following existing and new legislation, adhering to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
• Travels via automobile, train or aircraft domestically. Travel may be up to 2 times a year; duration may be up to 2 weeks.
• Consistent attendance in compliance of the Aosom Attendance Policy and for the expected performance level of the above duties.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Read, write, and speak fluent English and Mandarin
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Highly proficient with computers and internet
• Advanced MS Excel skill
• Intermediate skills in Windows OS, Microsoft Outlook and Word
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and the ability to analyze information quickly.
• Hard worker and team player who works well with all employees.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2-year college degree from an accredited university in accounting or related field of study; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 - 6 years’ experience in above Essential Duties with a preference in the E-commerce industry.
• ERP experience in an accounting function with a preference of Oracle ERP software

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A competitive salary and bonus structure
• Time off benefits to help you strike a healthy work/life integration
• 401k Plan with a 4% employer match when employee invests 5%, no vesting schedule
• Company subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account opportunity
• Employee Assistance opportunity
• Company celebrations that occur throughout the year

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