Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Jergens, Inc., is a privately owned manufacturer founded by the Schron Family in 1942. Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, Jergens has a global reach, with activities across 4 continents and 30+ countries around the world.

Through the many changes over the past 75 years, one thing has remained a constant – the core values of Jergens. A dedication to:

Honesty

Hard work

Excellence in all we do

These values are the foundation upon which the company was built, the standard for how every Jergens employee conducts themselves today and will continue to set the direction into the future as we continue to grow our family of employees.

About Jergens, Inc.

Jergens, Inc. is comprised of 3 distinct business units: Workholding Solutions, Lifting Solutions and Specialty Fasteners. Building on its reputation of uncompromising quality standards, Jergens is committed to helping its customers achieve leaner, more profitable manufacturing, and continues to add products and engineered solutions for an integrated approach to “Manufacturing Efficiency.” To learn more about Jergens, Inc., visit us at

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Benefits of Working at Jergens, Inc.

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive insurance benefits package (including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as company paid life insurance and disability)

Tuition reimbursement

Fun staff events and activities

401k plan with profit sharing

Paid vacation time starting at 13 days

11 paid holidays

Reporting to: Corporate Controller

Responsibilities

Daily online banking reports.

Preparation of Daily Cash Receipts for divisional cash application.

Preparation of daily electronic transactions including: ACH, wire transfers, and foreign currency transactions.

Daily recording of all cash transactions including deposits, loan advances & pay downs, electronic and miscellaneous

cash transactions, controlled disbursement issues and payments.

Monthly reconciliation of company’s operating accounts.

Interface with bank support services to resolve account issues.

Preparation of monthly cash journal entries.

Monthly reconciliation of general ledger cash accounts.

Print and summarize UPS invoices.

Monthly trips to the bank to make deposits and reimburse petty cash.

Cross train and provide vacation coverage in accounts payable and invoicing functions.

Process payables checks as required.

Other accounting projects & tasks as assigned.

Observe good housekeeping and safety habits, follow Jergens’ policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associates Degree in accounting or business administration is required. Has the necessary training to be proficient in the position.

A minimum of one to three years of related treasury or accounting experience.

Is able to effectively communicate, build relationships, present ideas, and work with people in a collaborative manner.

Knowledgeable in accounting procedures and other regulations pertaining to corporations.

Has excellent computer skills and is proficient with all related company systems and programs.

Has strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Effective time management skills in prioritizing and addressing multiple and at times conflicting demands.

High energy with a sense of urgency in responding to procurement needs.

High level of personal and professional integrity.

Is committed to the company’s values.

Attention to detail in maintaining required records and reports.Company Description

Jergens consists of three unique divisions, that provide superior solutions, products & services to customers around the globe. Jergens continues to be on the forefront of manufacturing. For over 75 years our core values have remained constant: a dedication to honesty, hard work, excellence in all we do and a commitment to family.

Full-time