.Ellsworth, an industry leading global distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment, currently has a Mexico Accountant I opportunity at Ellsworth Adhesives, located in Tijuana, Mexico.The Administrative Assistant I position provides a range of experience within the Accounting Department. This position will split their time between Collections/Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable/Financial Reporting. This position reports directly to the Mexico Operations Manager and will act as the system expert within the mentioned roles.**REQUIREMENTS**- 3+ years of related industrial experience, preferably from a custom adhesive, chemical, coatings/paint, pharmaceutical/food manufacturing or packaging/dispensing environment- Associates degree (college or technical)- Above average PC skills and high proficiency with Microsoft Office products and windows-based software- Experience working with ERP Systems, preferably Epicor Prophet 21- Must be meticulous with above average detail orientation, accuracy and follow-through- Ability to be self-directed and individually resourceful, working independently but also within a fast-paced team environment- Maintain professionalism at all times and have strong customer service and verbal communication skills- Proven track record of effective leadership, coaching and training skills and abilities- Ability and willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic and expanding company- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10lbs**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**Collections/Accounts Receivables Duties:Review all checks, electronic payments and check deposits reports for daily deposit.- Complete accurate posting of payments against customer account in ERP system.- Identify payment discrepancies and determine proper handling of short pay (i.E. write-off or pass along information to Collections for follow-up with customer).- Prepare checks for deposit to bank.- Reconcile transaction report to bank totals daily to prepare for monthly cash reconciliation.- Prepare daily deposit information.- Follow up on outstanding invoices through the following activities:- Make telephone calls to customers for their scheduled pay dates for invoices on account.- Confer with customer by telephone in attempt to determine reason for overdue payment, debits taken and/or short pays on account. Review terms of sales, service, or credit contract with customer.Accounts Payable Duties:- Receive and process vendor invoices- Determine due date for invoices based on agreed upon terms.- Review and take appropriate action for all inbound correspondence from Ellsworth vendors including statements, billing change notices and other items