Job Description

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST in our Finance Department. This position will report to the Controller and have great potential for professional growth.

The ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST is responsible for a variety of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions, including but not limited to:

· Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and timely. Ensure proper controls and policies are followed.

· Communicate with both vendors and customers to resolve open account balances.

· Perform general accounting duties, including journal entry preparation and posting, month-end closing tasks, and reconciliation of accounts.

You should apply if:

• You are detail-oriented, have an outgoing personality, and thrive on challenges.
• You are interested in learning a wide variety of business skills.
• You are looking for an opportunity to have an impact on your first day with a long-standing, stable, local company.

The ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST must be accurate, persistent, detail-oriented, and analytical. Intermediate Excel skills and aptitude to learn ERP systems required. Associates Degree or 5 years experience required.

F. M. Howell & Company, founded in 1883, is a nationally recognized manufacturer of packaging products and provider of services to the pharmaceutical, consumer products, and automotive industries. Our benefits include: 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plans, health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement.

Interested applicants should apply by emailing careers@fmhowell.com or by completing an employment application at our office at 79 Pennsylvania Avenue in Elmira.

We strive to be the Best in all that we do.

F. M. Howell & Company

79 Pennsylvania Avenue, PO Box 286

Elmira, NY 14902

Email: careers@fmhowell.com

EOE

Company Description

F. M. Howell & Company, founded in 1883, is a premier employer and manufacturer of folding cartons, thermoformed plastics, rigid paperboard boxes, and provider of custom contract packaging services. Our customers are primarily in the pharmaceutical industry and range from regional to international in scope. Our benefits include: 401 (k) and profit-sharing retirement plans, health and life insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement based on performance. Offers for full-time employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug test. We strive to be the Best in all that we do. F. M. Howell & Company PO Box 286, Elmira, NY 14902 EOE