Accounting Generalist chez TriRx Pharmaceutical Services

Job Title

 Accounting Generalist

Company

TriRx Pharmaceutical Services

Function

A/P, A/R & Cost System Maintenance, Payroll

Location(s)

Huntsville, AL

Department

Finance

Direct Reports (list)

None

Reports to (title)

Finance Director

Date Submitted

04/09/2025

To be completed by Corporate Compensation:

FLSA  (USA only)

Non-Exempt

Date Reviewed

Job Summary - a concise overview of the job

The Accounting Generalist is responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions with a focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting. This position ensures timely and accurate processing of vendor and customer transactions, payroll accuracy, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The role collaborates closely with internal departments, suppliers, and customers to support the company’s financial health and operational efficiency.

Accounts Payable

• Enter vendor invoices into the SAP by Design system within a timely manner of receipt, ensuring proper general ledger posting.
• Post and apply vendor payments within 24 hours.
• Track and manage supplier prepayments, clearing proforma invoices upon receipt of final billing.
• Conduct weekly reviews of the aged payables report to verify accuracy and proper allocation of payments and credit memos.
• Review invoices for proper application of sales and use tax where applicable.
• Address and resolve vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

Payroll/HR

• Process payroll on a scheduled basis in compliance with federal, state, and company policies.
• Maintain payroll records and respond to audit and reporting requests.
• Resolve employee payroll inquiries with confidentiality and efficiency.
• Data Entry for new employees

Accounts Receivable

• Generate and send customer invoices based on sales or services rendered.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding accounts to ensure timely collections.
• Record incoming payments and apply them to the correct customer accounts in the ERP system.
• Reconcile accounts receivable balances and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide support during customer account audits or billing inquiries.

Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

All incumbents are responsible for following applicable Division & Company policies and procedures.

Scope of Authority - span of control (work unit, site, department, division, etc.), monetary value of budget/spend authority (capital, operating, etc.), P&L responsibility, etc.

Interfaces with departments across the facility to ensure proper handling of accounts payable and payroll.

Supports the site’s financial integrity by managing vendor payments, payroll accuracy, and compliance with financial policies.

Contributes to financial accuracy through timely payroll management.

Key Accountabilities - key outcomes/deliverables, the major responsibilities, and % of time

Accountability

Responsibilities

% of Time

Floor 

Operations

97 %

Non-Conforming Events

0 %

Process Improvement

3 %

Compliance

continuous

Safety

continuous

Total

100%

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience and certifications required for the job

Knowledge

Proficiency in a body of information required for the job    

e.g. knowledge of FDA regulations, GMP/GLP/GCP, Lean Manufacturing, Six-Sigma, etc.

Skills 

& 

Abilities

Often referred to as “competencies”, leadership attributes, skills, abilities or behaviors that may be enterprise, functional or job specific e.g. coaching, negotiation, calibration, technical writing etc.

Physical Requirements

Physical & mental requirements     e.g. lift 40 pounds, walk across plant/warehouse, business travel (% of time), driving as part of work responsibilities, etc.