Accounting Clerk

At Griffith Company, we recognize that people are our most valuable resource. We nurture that resource by fostering a work environment that encourages communication, respect and recognition. In this environment, Griffith Company employees flourish, taking their careers to new levels. In addition to offering a 120+ year history of quality, safety and excellence, Griffith Company has a dynamic, exciting and supportive culture where opportunity for growth abounds.

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Accounting Clerk to join our Central Region team based in Bakersfield. This role provides both administrative and accounting support, helping to keep office operations smooth and financial records accurate. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Essential Functions & Knowledge

• Provide daily and monthly plant reporting.
• Prepare daily billings to customers/jobs based on Plant production.
• Ensure prompt and accurate entry of accounts payable invoices for all plant related expenses.
• Properly account for inventory, reporting and collaborate with Plant Superintendent for accurate monthly inventory reporting. Demonstrate ability to communicate concerns when needed.
• Facilitate accurate internal transfer rates for materials from Plants to jobs.
• Maintain billing rates and quantities for external customers.
• Handle regulatory compliance for all facilities.
• Engage in collection efforts to minimize past due AR balances and to provide cash forecasts.
• Ensure accounting deadlines and cut-off procedures are followed.
• Analyze cost, data and reports to provide explanation of the costs associated with each Plant.
• Take on additional office duties as workday permits

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically needing Intermediate/Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Viewpoint Software or an equivalent ERP system is required.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective time management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Collaborative team player with interpersonal effectiveness.
• Composure under pressure and in high-demand situations.
• Commitment to providing excellent internal and external customer service.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in attendance.

Physical Demands

• Most time spent in an indoor office environment.
• Sitting at a desk for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasional lifting of files and boxes up to 20 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling of file cabinets.
• Extended visual use of a computer screen.
• Frequent typing.
• Occasional travel

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred (experience can substitute for education).

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in a similar accounting support role, ideally in construction or manufacturing.