Accounting Assistant II

  • Wilsonart Llc
  • Columbia, South Carolina
  • Full Time

Wi n at Wilsonart

At Wilsonart, we dont just make surfaceswe build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.

Youll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. Youll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And youll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Wilsonart is a leading manufacturer and distributor of engineered surfaces, with approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue and a global workforce of more than 4,500.

Since 1956, weve delivered innovative, high-quality products backed by exceptional service. Wilsonart became an independent company in 2012 and is now owned by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice. Backed by this strategic ownership, we continue to invest in growth, technology, and talent.

With a global manufacturing footprint, scalable distribution, and a high-performing culture, Wilsonart is built for long-term success.

Our mission: create surfaces people love, with service you can count ondelivered by people who care.

Here, youll win with:

Support that keeps you well:

  • Medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Company -paid short- and long-term disability
  • F SAs and dependent care options
  • Vision and l egal benefits
  • Gym d iscounts and r eimbursement
  • Tuition r eimbursement for you and your dependents
  • C ompetitive 401(k) matching contribution.

Opportunities to grow :

  • Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
  • Training, c oaching , and m entor ship
  • Development programs to support your goals

Time for what matters :

  • Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays in your first year
  • A culture that respects work-life balance

Were looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead , and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

Position Overview Accounting Assistant II

Wilsonart, Columbia , has an immediate opening for an Accounting Assistant II . This position p erforms a variety of routine and some non-routine clerical/accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures in general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable or related financial area. Posts information and balances general or subsidiary ledgers, processes payments and compiles segments of monthly closings and annual reports. Performs other tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Verifies and posts details of business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed
  • Computes and records charges, refunds, cost of lost or damaged goods, freight charges, rentals, and similar items
  • Processes and keys vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records
  • Sorts and reviews data for correctness, including financial documents, invoices, checks and other business transactions
  • Maintains and reconciles information of assigned general ledger accounts
  • Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.
  • Gather s monthly sales and data per location
  • Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
  • Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments and adjustments
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Obtain s necessary approvals for non-inventory invoices
  • Schedule s and execute s payments (ACH, checks, wires)
  • Generate s and send s invoices and statements to customers
  • Record s daily cash, check, and credit card payments
  • Track s and manage s aging reports to identify overdue accounts
  • Follow s up with customers on past-due balances
  • Process es credit memos and refunds
  • Assist s with month-end closing procedures
  • Invoice Processing: Review s , verif ies , and enter s vendor invoices into the accounting system with accurate general ledger (GL) coding.
  • Three-Way Matching: Compare s vendor invoices against purchase orders (POs) and recei ves reports to ensure the company only pays for received goods/services.
  • Payment Execution: Schedule s and perform s payment run via ACH, wire transfers, or checks according to vendor terms.
  • Vendor Management: Onboard s new vendors, maintain s updated W-9/1099 records, and resolve s billing disputes or inquiries

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
  • Skill in utilizing spreadsheets and databases
  • Ability to type sufficient to input data
  • Ability to operate a calculator by touch
  • Ability to track problems to source documents
  • Ability to work independently
  • Skill in identifying problems and developing solutions
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and strong Microsoft Excel skills specifically using pivot tables
  • High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication skills for vendor/customer interaction

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate Degree Required or equivalent combination of education and experience; 1yr experience may substitute for 1yr of degree

Business Administration or a closely related field

EXPERIENCE

  • 3 + years
  • Accounting experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Sitting in the same location of standing/walking; required to stoop , climb or lift light material (10-20lbs) or equipment.

ENVIRONMENT

  • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Examples: executive, management, and support positions.

Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job ID: 517766448
Originally Posted on: 4/17/2026

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