Accounting Associate

Job Summary 

Company  

NextGen Security, LLC  

Location  

Corporate (Exton, PA) 

Industries  

Security Integration and Surveillance 

Job Type  

Full-time Employee 

Career Level  

Entry Level to Experienced (Non-Manager) 

Exemption Status 

Exempt 

Accounting Associate 

What we're looking for: 

An energetic, enthusiastic Accounting Associate to join our fast-growing and dynamic team. 

What you'll be doing: 

As an Accounting Associate, you'll play a key role in supporting our accounts payable operations while gaining exposure to other areas of accounting. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys problem-solving, and is looking to grow their career in accounting. While the primary focus will be accounts payable, you'll also have opportunities to assist with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and other accounting projects as your experience grows. 

The standard work hours for this position are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, in our corporate office in Exton, PA. Hybrid options are available after completing 90 days of employment. 

This position is one we hold in high regard to providing the level of service excellence our customers expect and deserve.  Specific duties to include:  

• Process purchase order and job-related invoices accurately and timely, ensuring proper coding to jobs, general ledger accounts, and cost centers.  

• Review invoices for payment terms and discount opportunities to maximize early payment savings.  

• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies related to payments, billings, and account balances.  

• Manage vendor inquiries and maintain professional relationships with suppliers to resolve issues efficiently.  

• Maintain organized vendor files and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies.  

• Support daily accounts payable automation processes to ensure invoices are processed efficiently and accurately. 

• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities to ensure accounts payable transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.  

• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting documentation as needed.  

• Support the accounting team with general ledger-related activities and other accounting projects.  

• Assist with reporting and other accounting functions as assigned.  

What you bring to the table: 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field preferred. 

• 0-2 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, finance, banking, or another business-related role. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications. 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. 

• Professional communication skills and customer service mindset. 

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills and responsibilities. 

• Commitment to integrity, accountability, and company standards. 

What we bring to the table: 

• An awesome, collaborative culture 

• Compensation based upon background and experience 

• Full benefits package 

• Vacation 

• Cellphone Allowance 

We are an equal opportunity employer and drug- free workplace. Pre-employment drug screens and background checks will be conducted. Employees are subject to appropriate routine drug screens, based on job classification. 

Application Process 

Please submit your resume, references and your requested salary range when applying for this position below.

 
More About Us 
NextGen Security is an electronic security systems integrator that offers commercial and industrial companies best in class industry knowledge, engineering design, implementation, management and on-going maintenance services. Our company accomplishes this by hiring only the most experienced and best-qualified talent the security industry has to offer. Management team and staff members have 10-25 years of commercial and industrial security industry expertise with single site, multi-facility, plant-wide, campus-wide, regional, national and international security projects.  If that wasn't convincing enough, check out what our employees say about working at NextGen:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLQVPTlAlJM  

Notice To Employment / Recruitment Agents  
Employment / Recruitment agents may only submit candidates for vacancies only if they have written authorization to do so from NextGen Security's HR department. Any agency candidate submission may only be submitted to positions opened to the agency through openings available via NextGen Security's website. NextGen Security will only pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented where there is a contract communication in place between the Employment / Recruitment agents and NextGen Security, and only if the candidate is submitted via approval from NextGen Security's HR department. Candidates submitted or presented by Employment / Recruitment Agents without full approval from NextGen Security's HR department shall not be deemed to form part of any Engagement for which the Agency may claim remuneration.