Accounting Clerk - Associate / Young Apprentice

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

The Graco Intern Program offers more than just work experience—it’s a chance to make an impact. As an intern, you’ll take on projects that matter to the business, contribute to initiatives that drive progress, and develop skills that prepare you for what’s ahead. Throughout the program, you’ll expand your industry knowledge, collaborate with professionals who are passionate about doing things the right way, and experience a culture that thrives on new ideas and continual growth. You’ll also take part in events designed to support both your learning and personal development. The program concludes with a final presentation where you’ll showcase your achievements and the difference you’ve made.

The Accounting Clerk I - Associate is responsible for verifying accuracy, coding, and entering invoices into the Accounts Receivable in a timely and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support in financial, accounting and tax tasks.
• Assist in bank and other account reconciliations.
• Billing support.
• Assist in processing and verifying import documents
• Organize physical and electronic files.
• Check the supplier's invoices with the purchase order and the receipt record transaction in the ERP system.
• Ensuring compliance with internal and external controls, including IRS, Sarbanes-Oxley and Sales Tax of the relevant States.
• Assist in accounts payable and supplier audit projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

• Post high school accounting education desirable.
• Experience with Oracle, ERP system desirable and knowledge of preparing invoices.

EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years related work experience.
• Three way matching of electronic invoicing desirable.
• Skills/Abilities/Competencies
• Strong math skills.
• Detail oriented and ability to work well within a deadline driven environment.
• Exhibit skills in researching and resolving exception items.
• Ability to influence peers and others across organizational boundaries.
• Perform functions efficiently and accurately with minimal supervision.
• Excel spreadsheet and Word proficiency.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and communicate with all aspects of the organization, freight companies and local vendors.
• Communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) in Portuguese
• Basic communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) in English

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).

At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation.  If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience.  In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees.  Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role.  Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.