Senior accounting associate job description

Fenix Group SPC in Minnetonka, MN is seeking to hire a full-time Senior Accounting Associate to serve in this dual role leading both our Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes. This role will be split with approximately 80% of the work being A/R related and 20% being A/P related.

We offer a competitive salary package and an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a flexible spending account, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid time off & holidays.

Get To Know Us

At Fenix Group, our mission is to transform, enhance, and protect surfaces. We manufacture specialty paints, coatings, and decorative concrete products for a variety of industrial, construction, and contractor markets across our four nationwide locations. As a small company with approximately 150 employees, we are committed to our core values of dependability, teamwork, honesty, fun, and achievement.

A Day in the Life of the Senior Accounting Associate

For Accounts Receivable, you will spend your day invoicing customers across our brands and locations; contacting customers regarding past due balances based on account terms; preparing and sending monthly aging reports to all customers; updating customer information in the ERP system; receiving and processing credit requests from new customers; creating credit memos once they are approved and returns have been processed; preforming customer research and account reconciliations; and researching and resolving invoice disputes and other billing inquiries from customers.

For Accounts Payable, you will spend your day processing invoices using a 3-way match with PO and receipt; reviewing GL coding of expense related invoices; processing weekly check runs; assisting with inventory costing as it relates to handling purchase receipts; processing and reconciling company purchase card transactions daily; reviewing and processing employee travel card purchases through Concur; reviewing Use Tax invoices as needed, & assisting with month and year end processing including reconciliation to the general ledger.

What You'll Need to be Successful at Fenix Group SPC

At a minimum, you'll need:

• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel
• Experience with Sage ERP or other manufacturing integrated ERP systems
• Manufacturing accounting experience is a plus
• A passionate and positive can do attitude, willingness to learn, to teach, and to be a change agent within the company.
• An ability to work within a team environment and help the team become better.

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Who we are looking for
Reporting to an Officer within Fund Accounting Client Service Operations team, the successful candidate will be responsible for key client deliverables and collaborating with our clients . This role will provide the candidate with exposure to a dynamic client base, including the market leaders, influencers and product designers. It is a unique role that requires an understanding of Funds and how different you will engage with many internal departments across our global operating model within State Street interact who work closely together to service our clients.
This role can take advantage of our hybrid working model where you can balance work from home and office.

Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Delivery. Global Delivery gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions.
State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. State Street has been established in Ireland since 1996, providing a range of financial services, including investment servicing, investment research and trading, investment management. We are undoubtedly the #1 provider of administration, custody, and transfer agency services (37% market share), with some of the largest clients.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for
As Senior Associate you will
Ensure excellent level of service provided to all clients serviced by the team Timely escalation of issues Resolve client queries Ensure that appropriate quality controls are in place for all deliverables Continuously review processes to make sure best of breed tools are used and that processes are as efficient as possible.Foster collaboration with colleagues, clients and external parties

Education & Preferred Qualifications
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
Degree level at any discipline is preferred, but not essential Strong knowledge of Fund Accounting - This could be complemented with a sound understanding of Fund Accounting or Custody background in the Funds IndustryComprehensive knowledge of systems, including Microsoft Office applications, is required Excellent service delivery ethos and client advocacy focus Typically candidate will have 3/5 or more years in Fund Administration/Custody experience

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of related work experience; or
• Formal, specialized, job-related training with 5+ years related work experience
• Proficiency with various software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be organized and detail oriented
• Must be customer service oriented
• Some analytical skills to identify problems in business processes and to develop workable solutions. May require assistance to determine cross functional impact
• Knowledge of company and departmental practice and procedures related to department activities
• Knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures

Additional Information

EEOC and Veteran Documentation
During employment, employees are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.
At times, government agencies require periodic reports from employers on the sex, ethnicity, handicap, veteran and other protected status of employees. The purpose of this Administrative EEO Record is for statistical analysis only and is used to comply with government record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements. Periodic reports are made to the government on the following information. The completion of the Administrative EEO record is optional. If you choose to volunteer the requested information, please note that all
Administrative EEO Records are kept in a Confidential File and are not part of your Application for Employment or Personnel file.
Please note: YOUR COOPERATION IS VOLUNTARY. INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF ANY DATA WILL NOT AFFECT ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION.

EEOC and Veteran Documentation
During employment, employees are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.
At times, government agencies require periodic reports from employers on the sex, ethnicity, handicap, veteran and other protected status of employees. The purpose of this Administrative EEO Record is for statistical analysis only and is used to comply with government record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements. Periodic reports are made to the government on the following information. The completion of the Administrative EEO record is optional. If you choose to volunteer the requested information, please note that all
Administrative EEO Records are kept in a Confidential File and are not part of your Application for Employment or Personnel file.
Please note: YOUR COOPERATION IS VOLUNTARY. INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF ANY DATA WILL NOT AFFECT ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION.