Accounting Specialist

Company Information
Ricochet is an industry leading manufacturer of sophisticated, high-tech Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that focuses on protection, performance, and comfort. Ricochet has been headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for over 20 years, with all manufacturing and operations located in a single master facility.

In addition to serving the United States Military, Ricochet serves customers in multiple sectors of public safety by providing custom engineered PPE including EMS gear for the Philadelphia and Honolulu Fire Departments, Technical Rescue gear to all FDNY Rescue and Squad companies, and structural/turnout gear to multiple Fire Departments throughout the United States and beyond. Ricochet is a long-standing member of FEMSA. For more information, visit ricochet-gear.com.

Job Summary

 We are seeking an Accounting Specialist Clerk to support daily accounting operations, including AP, AR, data entry, reconciliations, and maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proficient in Excel, and has prior bookkeeping or accounting experience.

 

·         Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including bills, invoices, sales orders, purchase orders, vendor credits, expenses, and payments

·         Perform bank and account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

·         Prepare AP and AR aging reports and maintain recurring accounting schedules

·         Enter journal entries and verify the accuracy of financial transactions

·         Assist with customer billing, inventory processing, packing lists, and shipping labels

·         Communicate with customers, vendors, and suppliers regarding payments, credits, charges, and account balances

·         Maintain sales and commission reports and organized accounting records

·         Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred

·         Previous accounting, bookkeeping, AP, or AR experience

·         Basic knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

·         Experience with QuickBooks and Acumatica preferred

·         Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and communication skills

·         Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines