The Accounting Clerk shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Data entry and auditing of various records. Responsibility will include dealing with people in person and over the phone. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, proficient with and enjoy detailed work. A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel. Also, the candidate should be able to work well with others to coordinate activities with other departments and supervisors.

Required Technical Skills:

Basic computer skills with experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Proficiency with a ten-key calculator.
Previous experience with data entry.
Ability to have good phone etiquette.

Required Soft Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work well with numbers.
Coachable and willing to learn.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Excellent verbal communication skills.

Educations, Certifications and Experience:

The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:

Proficient in typing
Previous experience in the accounting field.
Previous experience using database applications.
Manipulating/creating Excel spreadsheets.

Physical Requirements:

(S)he will be required to sit and stand for long periods of time. Will be required to lift and move large amounts of paperwork (boxes of files). Will be required to stoop, bend, and reach above the head and below the knees to file and retrieve data.

The Accounting clerk is an hourly position and reports to the Accounts Payable Specialist.

Standard hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Some overtime may be required. May require Saturday work.

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law