Accounting Services Specialist - Columbus, OH

Kimball Midwest, a national distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation products, is searching for an Accounting Services Specialist for our Columbus, Ohio location. As a Kimball Midwest associate, you'll be part of a company built on long-term growth and strong values. From $1 million in sales in 1983 to over $500 million today, our success has been driven by our people. Despite our growth, we have stayed true to our family-owned and operated roots-where employees are recognized as individuals and our culture remains a top priority. Responsibilities You will be responsible for assisting with daily administrative tasks with new accounts, tax exemptions and address validations. * Responsible for assisting with daily administrative tasks associated with new account creation and maintenance, sales tax, accounts payable, and address validations. * Provides exceptional service to customers, sales representatives and internal staff * Contacts sales representatives to obtain any missing new account details to ensure accurate customer account records * Efficiently sets up new accounts, including Choice accounts, manual accounts, and Sales Reps accounts * Professionally handles calls and voicemail * Assists with tax certificate requests and preparation of sales tax audit requests as needed * Works closely with other departments to ensure smooth processes * Interacts with customers, sales reps, and internal associates to resolve discrepancies, answer inquiries, and maintain positive relationships Qualifications * High school diploma or GED or equivalent: some college is preferred. * General business experience preferred * Working knowledge of bookkeeping principles preferred * Ability to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers supervisors, and managers; in written and verbal form. * Ability to handle confidential information and use discretion while performing job tasks. * This position requires computer literacy -- specifically Microsoft Office and excel. * This position requires the ability to read and write small letters and numbers; the ability to make arithmetic calculations; and the ability to understand written and oral instructions. * This position requires an individual who is dependable (i.e. reports to work daily, barring any unforeseen circumstances). * The successful completion of a ninety (90) day orientation period Additional Information Monday - Friday, Hours: 8:30am-5pm. This role is onsite. We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, company sponsored life, optional life and disability insurance, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts, a 401(k) plus match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), a Dress for your Day dress code and paid holidays. Kimball Midwest is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a program of recruitment of females, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, qualifying veterans and any other classification that is protected by federal, state or local law. We Participate in E-Verify. Participamos en E-Verify. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets