Accounting Specialist

As a Business Unit of Syntegon Technology, Osgood Industries, LLC. is a multi-million dollar, growth-oriented organization for packaging machinery. Established in 1978, Osgood was privately owned for more than 40 years and is well-known in the packaging industry. At this location in Oldsmar, FL, we design and manufacture packaging machines for food and a broad spectrum of products. In addition, we build complete line solutions and provide comprehensive after sales services. The facility includes engineering, manufacturing, assembly, R&D/testing lab, management, sales & marketing, administration and service.

Position Summary:

Performs all Accounts Receivable functions and assists with other accounting procedures ensuring financial transactions are performed in compliance with company policies.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews new sales orders to determine charges due.
• Reviews service department billing data and revises, as needed. 
• Prepares and distributes all customer invoices.
• Input of invoices through customer specific EDI systems, as necessary.
• Researches and prepares credit memorandums to indicate incorrectly billed merchandise/services.
• Processes all customer payments.
• Processes all state sales tax requirements.
• Prepares and mail/email customer account statements.
• Routinely run reports to identify and prioritize collection of past-due invoices.
• Contacts customers for collection of outstanding invoices.
• Maintain accurate records of past due accounts and collection efforts.
• Work effectively with internal and external customers to resolve invoice queries.
• Ability to review accounts for deductions/tax exemptions and follow through to resolution.
• Review and recommend accounts for monthly dunning process.
• Reviewing & releasing of customer orders that have exceeded their credit limit.
• Recommend customers for credit limit review.
• Perform day to day costing management and related Master Data controlling
• Prepare accurate and timely financial / costing reports and statements
• Work closely with Supply Chain to ensure proper costing procedures are being followed and maintained.
• Provide report and analysis with focus on cost improvement measures
• Support the accounting, finance and controlling areas in planning and forecasting processes
• Standard costing maintenance and updates
• Cost variances reporting and analysis (especially supply chain related price variances)

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in A/R
• Must have 3+  years of working in an accounting environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Avalara
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external customers.
• Skilled at working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Ability to complete work with minimal supervision.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

NOTE: All official Syntegon job postings can be found at www.syntegon.com.  Successful candidates asked to participate in the hiring process should expect to speak to the hiring team by telephone and in person at one of our Syntegon office locations (Decatur, Oldsmar, Raleigh, New Richmond, Minneapolis and Allendale) prior to the job offer.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $20  - $25/hour based on a full-time schedule.  

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience.  At Syntegon, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  Total rewards at Syntegon include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

 The welfare of our employees’ matters to us. Therefore, Syntegon offers a generous and attractive benefits package that meets our employees’ needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k) – attractive employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance – Employer paid
• Identity Theft Insurance – Employer Paid
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.