General Accountant
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- Norton Shores, MI
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- General Accountant
- Norton Shores, Michigan, United States, 49441
Purpose
We’re seeking a General Accountant with strong analytical skills and an Accounts Receivable mindset to manage daily financial transactions, improve cash flow visibility, and support compliance and internal controls.
The main role of the General Accountant is to act as support for the accounting department and ensure accurate, timely entry and processing of all tasks, with primary responsibility for Accounts Receivable functions. Daily activities include administrative support and core accounting tasks such as invoicing, preparing deposits, applying customer payments, compiling commission reports, and coordinating with Accounts Payable.
Essential Responsibilities
- Prepare daily bank deposits and apply payments to customer accounts
- Run errands to the bank as needed
- Process credit card payments
- Correspond with customers regarding delinquent balances and statement requests
- Prepare daily invoicing and update tracking information for shipped goods; file accordingly
- Post specific customer invoices to customer portals
- Coordinate with AP by processing assigned accounts payable invoices and reconciling statements as needed
- Prepare monthly commission reports and distribute to outside agents
- Retrieve and distribute mail daily
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures
All other duties deemed necessary by the Controller and/or Business President
- TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Courteous and professional communication style
- Strong understanding of Accounts Receivable processes
- Solid grasp of basic accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
Experience with accounting or ERP systems is a plus
Understanding of compliance requirements; familiarity with SOX is a strong plus
Basic Qualifications
Associate’s degree in accounting or related field
Bachelor's degree is a plus
2–3 years minimum of relevant accounting experience (AR preferred)
3-5 years of relevant accounting experience preferred
Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, dental, vision, life, disability, legal services, pet insurance, 401(k) with a generous company match, paid time off (vacation, sick, paternity/maternity,10 paid holidays), tuition reimbursement.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check that includes: degree verification, criminal records check, medical and drug screen, professional references, prior employment verification.
Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.
- Why Choose Timken?
- Over a century of knowledge and innovation
- A culture of top performance
- A global, diverse environment
- Products that contribute to a sustainable world
- A conviction to improve communities around us
Competitive salary and benefits
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About Rollon
Rollon by Timken designs and manufactures high-performance linear components, actuators, and complete motion systems that power industrial innovation worldwide. With a strong focus on engineered-to-order solutions, we partner with customers to develop customized technologies that solve complex motion challenges and adapt to the evolving needs of modern industry.
Our vision is to be the world’s leading linear motion provider for customized product solutions and digital services, committed to a demanding, innovative and sustainable approach. We are committed to continuous improvement, advanced engineering, and long-term partnerships that create measurable value.
Rollon solutions are trusted globally across industrial automation, aerospace, medical equipment, material handling, and other critical sectors where performance, efficiency, precision, and reliability are essential.
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From Timken's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 5, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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