Senior Accounting Associate
Chemtek, a family-owned business with a strong track record of innovation and customer service, is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounting Associate to join our finance team in downtown Durham. This is a great opportunity for someone with 35 years of general accounting including sales tax, property tax, accounts receivable and accounts payable experience who is looking to grow within a stable, fast-paced company.
We're a close-knit team that values accuracy, teamwork, and follow-through. If you're organized, proactive, and ready to take ownership of customer invoicing and payment follow-up, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- General accounting duties including managing A/R and A/P
- Manage sales and use taxes across multiple states
- Supervise A/R collections, monitor and authorize credit limits
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment discrepancies
- Apply incoming payments and deposits accurately to customer accounts
- Assist with month-end reporting and general ledger entries
- Communicate with internal departments and customers to ensure timely billing and payment resolution
Qualifications
- BS in Accounting or BBA in Business and Accounting
- 35 years of experience in General Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Familiarity with accounting software; Acumatica ERP experience is a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication, customer service, and follow-up abilities
- Ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple priorities
What We Offer
- $ 55,000 - 65,000 based on experience.
- $ 2,000 sign-on bonus for candidates with 2+ years of Acumatica ERP experience.
- Top-tier benefits, including:
- QESHRA Medical Insurance for employees and families
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 8 additional paid days off during the Christmas holiday
- Work-life balance Monday through Friday, 40-hour workweeks. No weekends.
- On-site role in the American Tobacco Campus easy access to restaurants, entertainment, and covered parking.
If you're ready to contribute to a growing company where your attention to detail and relationship-building skills will make a real impact, apply today to join the Chemtek team!