Aqua-Pure Inc was founded in 2007 by George Reck, a brilliant individual in the world of municipal water and wastewater. Aqua-Pure Inc is a wholesale water treatment chemical provider for municipalities and industrial customers. George and two others grew Aqua-Pure to the current state, with over $6 million in sales and a rock-solid customer base that covers 9 states from Montana to Illinois. When I came on board in 2024, Aqua-Pure was already a successful company, it was just an old school company. Paper payroll checks, accounting via excel, no digital presence. We have since modernized ourselves to be more efficient while staying lean.
Aqua-Pure is currently looking for a Part-Time Accounting Clerk, this is a remote position, but the ideal candidate would be near Appleton, WI. The reason this is posted as a salaried position is that there may be 10-20 hours per week. With an experienced individual more like 10 hours per week. We believe if you are efficient in what you do and can accomplish the job faster than others you should be paid so.
The role of this individual would cover all the accounting of the business, accounts payable and receivable, managing the company email, sales taxes, invoices, expenses, etc.
Currently we are using QuickBooks Online for our accounting software. Granted, I know this isn't the best software for our business. The ideal candidate would take on this role of searching for and implementing an accounting software that best fits us.
This is a permanent position with aspirations of growing the role into a leadership position within our organization.
Position Details
- Job Title: Accounting Clerk
- Employment Type: Part-Time, Salaried
- Location: Fully Remote
- Hours: 10-20 hours per week, flexible scheduling
- Reports To: General Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Invoice Management:
- Input and process vendor invoices accurately into the accounting system.
- Verify invoice details, including amounts, terms, and approvals.
- Reconcile invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal teams.
- Expense Tracking:
- Record and categorize business expenses in compliance with company policies.
- Monitor expense reports for accuracy and adherence to budget guidelines.
- Assist in preparing expense summaries for management review.
- Bill Payments:
- Schedule and execute timely payment of bills, ensuring compliance with payment terms.
- Maintain accurate records of payments and communicate with vendors regarding payment status.
- Coordinate with the General Manager to prioritize payments based on cash flow.
- Accounting Platform Research:
- Research and evaluate accounting platforms to identify solutions that better align with our industry needs.
- Analyze features, scalability, integration capabilities, and cost-effectiveness of potential platforms.
- Present recommendations to management, including a detailed comparison of options and implementation plans.
- General Support:
- Maintain organized financial records and ensure data integrity in the accounting system.
- Assist with month-end closing tasks, including account reconciliations and reporting.
- Collaborate with the accounting team to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Experience:
- 2+ years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar).
- Experience researching and implementing new software or systems is a plus.
- Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets for financial analysis.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote environment.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate software solutions and propose improvements.
- Technical Requirements:
- Reliable high-speed internet connection and a secure home office setup.
- Familiarity with cloud-based tools and virtual collaboration platforms
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salaried compensation based on experience.
- Flexible work schedule to support work-life balance.
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and technology adoption.
- Professional development support for accounting and software training.