Ames Finance-Accounting - AP / AR Associate - Bilingual Required

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

As part of the GMS family of companies, AMES Taping Tools is the nation's leading provider of automatic taping and finishing (ATF) tools, supplies, and training to the professional drywall finishing industry. With our expansive network of company stores and franchised tool rental locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, we're committed to providing residential and commercial interior finishing contractors with a comprehensive selection of drywall finishing tools, supplies, and equipment, making us a one-stop-shop for all things drywall.

For more information about our family of companies, please visit gms.com or amestools.com.

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Position Summary :

Responsible for providing accurate and timely accounting support for both AP and Credit Application functions.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Matching, coding and entering accounts payable invoices to ensure payments are made within agreed upon vendor payment terms.
• Review and reconcile open items. Research and resolve vendor inquires and invoice discrepancies.
• Cross train with the Cash Applications Accounting Specialist.
• Enter, update and retrieve information for credit applications. Determine creditworthiness of applicants.
• Designate the degree of risk involved in extending credit by reviewing the credit reports.
• Ensure all approved applications comply with Ames Policy and Procedures.
• Credit Analyst also responds to emails and phone calls from our customers and answers their questions and updates them on the status of their application.
• Perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to consistently perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

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Physical Requirements :

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Estimated Compensation Range : $20 - 24 per hour based on experience.

Benefits & Perks :

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

We are a smoke-free workplace committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all. Smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes, is only permitted in designated areas and is prohibited in and around all company buildings, vehicles, and workspaces. Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action.