Accounting & Finance Associate

WHO WE ARE

At Peerless, we’re not just another manufacturing company — we’re a team on a mission to grow. Rooted in Buffalo, NY, we’ve built our reputation on technical expertise, responsiveness, and reliability. We're continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology to support our next phase of growth. To help us get there, we're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting & Finance Associate that is growth-oriented, reliable and eager to learn and contribute in a part-time role.

WHO YOU ARE

You are organized, dependable, and motivated to learn. You take pride in getting the details right and enjoy supporting a team behind the scenes to help the business run smoothly. Whether you're processing documents, communicating with customers, or assisting with accounting activities, you bring a positive attitude and a willingness to jump in wherever needed.

You're comfortable working with technology, managing multiple priorities, and handling confidential information with professionalism. Most importantly, you're looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting and finance while contributing to a growing organization.

ABOUT THE JOB

• Receive, open, separate, scan and/or distribute mail to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Monitor and help manage the Accounting & Finance department inbox, ensuring inquiries, requests, invoices, and other correspondence are routed appropriately and addressed in a timely manner.
• Scan and/or retrieve, name, and file documents according to documented procedures to the appropriate location on the intranet including supplier and service provider invoices, canceled checks, pack slips, etc.
• Perform three-way match of invoice, purchase order and receipt of goods for accuracy and process in ERP system. Notify Staff Accountant of discrepancies for resolution.
• Prepare and post-mark outgoing checks and invoices for mailing.
• Assist team with sending account status statements to customers, making open invoice collection emails and phone calls, and sending and receiving credit references.
• Answer and direct incoming office phone calls to the Accounting & Finance Department appropriately.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Team player with positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate to all levels of the company
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Demonstrate poise, tact, and diplomacy
• Pursuing or holding an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Strong data entry and document management skills with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Comfortable communicating with customers, suppliers, and internal team members by phone and email

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

• Real-world experience supporting accounting and finance operations
• Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial processes
• Hands-on experience working with ERP systems and business software
• Mentorship from experienced accounting and finance professionals
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing manufacturing company

SALARY

• $20-$22/hour

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.