Sales Operations & Accounting Specialist
Forklifts of St. Louis, Inc., Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Forklifts of St. Louis, established in 1947, is a leading distributor of Material Handling Equipment, serving Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois for over 70 years. We offer a comprehensive selection of top-quality products, including new, pre-owned, and rental forklifts, along with parts and service repairs for industrial equipment. Committed to exceptional customer service, we combine the capabilities of a large dealership with personalized attention. Our services include safety training for operators and tailored solutions to meet customer needs.
Job Summary This is a full‑time role based in St. Louis, Missouri. We are looking for a highly organized and detail‑oriented individual to join our team. This role bridges sales operations and accounting, and is responsible for managing customer invoicing, closing internal work orders, handling purchase orders, and accurately tracking sales commissions. The ideal candidate has a solid background in accounting, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP or accounting systems.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Invoicing
Prepare and send invoices based on work orders, sales orders, or contracts.
Ensure all invoices are accurate, timely, and aligned with accounting standards.
Internal Work Order Closure
Monitor, review, and close internal work orders in collaboration with operations.
Verify all required work has been completed and documented properly.
Calculate and track sales commissions per transaction based on predefined structures.
Work closely with finance and sales teams to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Purchase Order (PO) Management
Create purchase orders for inventory, materials, or subcontracted services.
Receive and reconcile incoming purchase orders with vendor invoices and delivery receipts.
Accounting Support
Assist with month‑end closing tasks related to sales and purchasing.
Ensure proper general ledger coding for sales, purchases, and commissions.
Reconcile discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and actual costs.
System & Data Management
Maintain accurate records in accounting, ERP, or CRM systems.
Generate reports and dashboards to support decision‑making.
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in accounting, sales operations, or related roles.
Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP preferred).
Experience with invoicing, PO management, and commission tracking.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Xero) and Microsoft Excel.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities.
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Job Summary This is a full‑time role based in St. Louis, Missouri. We are looking for a highly organized and detail‑oriented individual to join our team. This role bridges sales operations and accounting, and is responsible for managing customer invoicing, closing internal work orders, handling purchase orders, and accurately tracking sales commissions. The ideal candidate has a solid background in accounting, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP or accounting systems.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Invoicing
Prepare and send invoices based on work orders, sales orders, or contracts.
Ensure all invoices are accurate, timely, and aligned with accounting standards.
Internal Work Order Closure
Monitor, review, and close internal work orders in collaboration with operations.
Verify all required work has been completed and documented properly.
Calculate and track sales commissions per transaction based on predefined structures.
Work closely with finance and sales teams to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Purchase Order (PO) Management
Create purchase orders for inventory, materials, or subcontracted services.
Receive and reconcile incoming purchase orders with vendor invoices and delivery receipts.
Accounting Support
Assist with month‑end closing tasks related to sales and purchasing.
Ensure proper general ledger coding for sales, purchases, and commissions.
Reconcile discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and actual costs.
System & Data Management
Maintain accurate records in accounting, ERP, or CRM systems.
Generate reports and dashboards to support decision‑making.
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in accounting, sales operations, or related roles.
Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP preferred).
Experience with invoicing, PO management, and commission tracking.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Xero) and Microsoft Excel.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities.
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