Intern-Accounting

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

SALARY RANGE $19.00 - $21.00 / HR. DOE 

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Plant Cost Accountant, this position is responsible for collections, accounts payable, assisting accounts receivable, customer service, basic payroll and other administrative support; and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Receptionist responsibilities; answering phone, filing, copying, printing and other duties.
• Answering main phone line and sales transfer line and directing them to proper departments
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of administering duties and responsibilities.
• Scans and files all required documents and paperwork for AP and AR
• Must be able to do SAP cash reconciliations when needed to cover for AR with supervision
• Assist with A/R and duties.
• All accounts payable invoice processing
• Duties assigned by the HR, Plant Cost Accountant and Operations Manager
• Keep workspace clean and clutter free.
• Make calls to vendors to obtain documents needed
• Abides by all safety rules set forth by the company and governmental regulatory agencies; and ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma or equivalent plus college level accounting required
• Minimum 1 year experience in receptionist duties required. Some experience in accounts receivable and payables, also experience in concrete block and/or sack industry a plus.
• SAP experience preferred but not required.
• On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties.
• Strong aptitude for organizing personal tasks and repetitive duties in a dynamic environment.
• Must have strong communication, teamwork, interpersonal, accounting and mathematical skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment to enable effective interaction and the ability to motivate team members, including peers.
• Working knowledge of the operations Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, a 10-key adding machine, copier, facsimile machine and any other office equipment required to perform duties.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

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.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.  Reach with hands and arms. Talk and listen. Stand, walk and sit.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist.  Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment with moderate noise.
• Occasional plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace