Accounting Specialist (Administrative)
About MEI
MEI, a Minnesota based commercial elevator manufacturing and service company is looking for an Account Specialist to join our team. MEI is a thriving company with a fun team-oriented atmosphere. MEI cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides opportunities to give back to the community.
This position offers competitive compensation and benefit package. Are you passionate about making a change? Do you enjoy bringing new ideas to the table? If this sounds like you, apply at MEI today.
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
401(k) & matching up to 3%
ESOP with company discretionary contributions
Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employer Paid Life Insurance
3 Weeks Paid Time Off and 9 Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Earn 8 hours PTO for 8 hours of volunteering
Location: Mankato, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: M-F
Hourly: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
About the Role
The Accounting Specialist is a key member of the accounting team working with the Accounting Supervisor and other members of the accounting and finance team. The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for helping to maintain accurate accounting records. This position will be involved in preparing invoices, managing company credit cards, and supporting the Accounting Supervisor and Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department.
Responsibilities
· Prepare customer invoices and verify data accuracy, ensuring compliance with customer agreements and company policies
· Collaborate with multiple locations across the Midwest to gather necessary information for accurate and timely invoicing
· Review labor assignments tied to job costing, ensuring accuracy in invoice preparation
· Manage corporate credit card program by providing support to cardholders, processing data into the accounting system, and accurate reconciliation to the general ledger
· Assist accounts payable with processing invoices and other tasks as needed
· Participate in month-end close as assigned
· Identify, develop, and implement process improvements within assigned responsibilities to support the company's continuous improvement initiatives
· Perform other accounting and administrative tasks and projects as assigned
Experience
· 2-year Associates Accounting degree or equivalent work experience
· Corporate Accounting experience, preferred
· Experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Skills
· Resourceful, problem-solver, able to prioritize and multitask
· Detail oriented and organized
· Able to communicate effectively with great people skills & a sense of humor
· Team player with a positive attitude
· Self-motivated and work independently with minimum supervision
· Unshakeable integrity
MEI's 50+ years in the elevator industry gives us an unparalleled ability to handle both custom and standard elevator projects with ease.
EOE/AA
