AP Accountant

Sauder Manufacturing was founded in 1945 as a Church furniture Company. We have a rich history in crafting solid wood into beautiful, enduring, quality furniture and today that is blended with modern technology and a strong customer focus.

Sauder Manufacturing Co. sells in four strategic markets: Healthcare Furniture for Acute Care Hospitals, Education Furniture for colleges and universities, Worship furniture for churches, synagogues, courthouses  and furniture for human services markets which is a diverse network of agencies providing residential housing to many individuals. At Sauder Manufacturing, how do we do our work----new technology, new products and new ideas----changes constantly---but our values----how we treat our customers, suppliers and each other----never change.

SCHEDULE:  

Position Summary:

The Accounts Payable Accountant compiles amounts owed by the company to vendors or other individuals, and inputs figures to the accounting system.  This person is also responsible for general office administration including processing incoming and outgoing mail, remote deposit of check payments received, and ordering office supplies.

• Receives and reviews invoices, verifying that they comply with organizational policies and are approved for payment.
• Reconciles amounts owed by comparing invoices to purchase orders, receiving documents, or other records.
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.
• Enters invoice amounts into the accounting system.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers.
• Responds to inquiries from vendors and researches and resolves concerns or discrepancies.

Experience and Knowledge Required:

• Associates degree or high school diploma and 2 years of experience.  
• Proficient with Excel, attentive to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, goal-oriented self-starter who desires to grow their knowledge and skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Contribute to friendly, high-performing team atmosphere.

Key Attributes Required:

• A self-starting, goal-oriented, customer-focused individual who takes personal accountability and is driven by the achievement of the vision and objectives of the Business Units and Shared Core Processes in accordance with the Company’s Leadership Values.
• Able to execute actions and implement projects directly within the Business Units and Shared Core Processes outside of direct operational responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills coupled with the ability to remain rational and in control when confronted with difficult circumstances or crises.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and frequently required to walk and sit. Use of hands and fingers will be required for writing, computer use, and phone use.  Work in a manner consistent with standard Sauder safety practices and expectations.  The employee will also be required to walk throughout the plant at various times during a typical day.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Encompasses the full spectrum from factory floor, to personal offices, to executive board rooms.  The noise levels in these work environments are usually low to moderate. Personal protective equipment such as eye protection and ear protection may be required in the shop floor environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sauder Manufacturing Co. is an equal opportunity employer and gives equal consideration for employment to all qualified applicants.

• Medical, prescription, dental for one premium
• Vision
• Company contribution towards Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks paid vacation from weekly accrual
• 401(k) match and profit sharing plan
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Pay for performance increases
• Tuition reimbursement
• Advancement opportunity
• Sauder Village membership
• Employee referral bonus
• And a sweet furniture discount!

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran