Entry Level Accounting Services Specialist at Kimball Midwest

Kimball Midwest, a national distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation products, is searching for an Entry Level Accounting Services Specialist for our Columbus, Ohio location. 

As a Kimball Midwest associate, you will experience why we have been recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in Columbus THIRTEEN years in a row! Our sales revenue growth is dynamic, increasing from $1 million in 1983 to over $500 million today. Throughout all our growth we have kept the family owned and operated culture alive. At Kimball Midwest, you are a name and not a number and we pride ourselves on our unique culture.   

Responsibilities 

 You will be responsible for assisting with daily administrative tasks with new accounts, tax exemptions and address validations.

• Responsible for assisting with daily administrative tasks associated with cash application, new accounts, sales tax, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Provides exceptional service to customers, sales representatives and internal staff
• Contacts sales representatives to obtain any missing new account details to ensure accurate customer account records
• Efficiently sets up new accounts,
• Professionally handles calls and voicemail
• Assists with tax certificate requests and preparation of sales tax audit requests as needed
• Works closely with other departments to ensure smooth processes
• Interacts with customers, sales reps, and internal associates to resolve discrepancies, answer inquiries, and maintain positive relationships

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent: some college is preferred. 
• General business experience. 
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping principles. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers supervisors, and managers; in written and verbal form. 
• Ability to handle confidential information and use discretion while performing job tasks. 
• This position requires computer literacy — specifically Microsoft Office and excel. 
• This position requires the ability to read and write small letters and numbers; the ability to make arithmetic calculations; and the ability to understand written and oral instructions. 
• This position requires an individual who is dependable (i.e. reports to work daily, barring any unforeseen circumstances). 
• The successful completion of a ninety (90) day orientation period

Additional Information

 Monday - Friday,  Hours: 8:30am-5pm

We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, company sponsored life, optional life and disability insurance, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts, a 401(k) plus match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), a Dress for your Day dress code and paid holidays. 

Kimball Midwest is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a program of recruitment of females, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, qualifying veterans and any other classification that is protected by federal, state or local law.

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