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About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting, and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com

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BENEFITS

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

Position Purpose:
Responsible for performing two or more accounting/HR support functions including: Accounts Payable, Billing, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll. Provides support for special projects, audits and annual activities including budget preparation. The Accounting Coordinator I receive training, guidance, and problem solving support from their supervisor on a regular basis. The position is expected to continually work on accounting skill development and enhancing their knowledge of the accounting processes and procedures.

Primary Duties/responsibilities:

Review payroll information, including checking timesheets for accuracy and completeness, prior to routing data to ADP for processing.
Enter purchase order information into the purchasing system including proper account coding.
Assist with purchasing card transactions including obtaining and uploading proper supporting documentation, communicating with vendors on payment and updating transactions with proper account coding.
Route vendor invoices through the electronic approval process.
Match purchase orders with vendor invoices and assign appropriate accounting general ledger codes on invoice and enter into the accounts payable system.
Submit and process non-purchase order purchases including proper account coding.
Handle vendor inquiries with reference to past due invoices and determine status of invoice.
Prepare customer invoices and reports.
Understand and apply sales and use tax rules that apply to vendor purchases and customer invoicing.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:

High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
Accounts Payable, Billing or Accounts Receivable experience is a must. At least one year experience in one of these areas
Prior related work experience of 1 year required

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

Strong team player
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
Strong customer orientation
Computer proficient
Basic Microsoft Excel and Word skills
Basic understanding of accounting principles and technical requirements

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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What You Should Know About Accounting Coordinator I, Veolia Environnement SA

At Veolia North America, we are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounting Coordinator I to join our dynamic team located in Arkadelphia, AR. In this role, you’ll become an essential part of our finance department, performing key accounting support functions like Accounts Payable, Billing, and Accounts Receivable. Our company is dedicated to water, waste, and energy management services, making a positive impact across North America. As an Accounting Coordinator I, you will review payroll information, check timesheets for accuracy, and process vendor invoices through our electronic system. You’ll also gain knowledge in budgeting processes, sales and use tax rules, and various accounting procedures. At Veolia, you will receive continuous training and support from your supervisor to enhance your accounting skills. This role involves strong communication with vendors and internal teams while ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions. If you’re a strong team player with excellent time management abilities and a knack for organization, this could be your perfect next career step in a passionate company that values its employees and provides comprehensive benefits for a fulfilling work-life balance. Join us in our commitment to sustainability and excellence in service!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Accounting Coordinator I Role at Veolia Environnement SA

What are the primary responsibilities of the Accounting Coordinator I at Veolia North America?

As the Accounting Coordinator I at Veolia North America, your main responsibilities involve managing tasks related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and billing processes. This includes reviewing payroll information for accuracy, processing vendor invoices, assisting with purchasing card transactions, and preparing customer invoices. You’ll also be involved in budgeting preparations and handling vendor inquiries. This role is crucial for ensuring financial accuracy and supporting various accounting functions.