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Empire Today

Area Accounting Associate

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Empire Today
American home‐improvement firm specializing in in‑home sales and installation of flooring and window treatments.
Perform accounting and collections tasks for a specific area in the company, including data entry, customer communication, and payment processing.
17d ago
$19
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Carlstadt, NJ
Field
Company Size
2,195 Employees
Service Specialisms
Flooring
Carpet Installation
Tile Installation
Hardwood Flooring
Laminate Flooring
Vinyl Flooring
Commercial Flooring
Residential Flooring
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Small Businesses
Organizations
Role
What you would be doing
payment processing
document management
work order audits
petty cash reconciliation
financial reporting
client payments
  • Maintain an accurate list of upcoming installation projects for the markets within the Area.
  • Verify and process payments for Install Contractors’ completed work in an accurate and timely fashion.
  • Place orders for supplies for office.
  • Review, sort, and file credit applications, tracking sheets, and other correspondence at the local market.
  • Attend load-out and post load-out meetings.
  • Research missing and resolve problems involving credit card, finance and check payments for markets within the Area.
  • Scan, upload, and file documents; maintain organization of files for the local market.
  • Research, document and contact Install Contractors for outstanding paperwork for markets within the Area.
  • Distribute checks to Sales Consultants, Installation Contractors, and employees.
  • Compile, sort, and verify accuracy of installation documents.
  • May serve as receptionist at the local market.
  • Au dit daily work orders against data in Empire Today systems for markets within the Area.
  • Petty cash distribution and reconciliation with GM.
  • Process completion documents for completed jobs to recognize revenues in an accurate and timely fashion.
  • Make collection calls to customers.
  • Receive incoming customer payments, enter, post, and prepare checks for bank deposit.
  • Prepare check receipts according to the standard operating procedure.
  • Review, complete, and update service requests for markets within the Area.
  • Make daily readiness calls to customers.
  • Assist Area Office Manager Branch Accountant with month-end close-out reports for markets within the Area.
  • Consult with sales team to expedite or locate missing information.
  • Collect and review completion documents from installation contractors.
What you bring
high school diploma
ms excel
accounting
problem solving
organization
communication
  • Strong ability to multi-task; set priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Team player; ability to effectively collaborate with members of other departments
  • This position requires a High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of one (1) year of accounting and/or collections related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
  • Knowledge of Home Improvement/Sales Industry is a plus.
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures
  • Strong Organization skills
  • Proficient Computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Outlook)
Benefits
  • Professional development & career advancement opportunities.
  • We empower our employees to strive for their unique goals. Within such an inclusive company with unlimited growth opportunities, how far you go is up to you.
  • Paid time off and holiday pay.
  • We take care of our people. We start investing in you from day one. The perks and benefits we offer help you live well, both at work and at home.
  • Wellness program.
  • Incentive Plan.
  • $19.00/HR + Quarterly Bonus
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded in 1959
Year of Establishment
The company was originally established in 1959 in Chicago, beginning as a small plastic-cover business.
Rebranded in 2003
Year of Rebranding
The company underwent a rebranding to 'Empire Today' in 2003, introducing its memorable jingle and shop-at-home model.
$1 Billion Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates approximately $1 billion in annual revenue through its operations across over 70 U.S. markets.
  • Typical projects include full home and commercial flooring installs featuring carpet, hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl or window treatments.
  • Its standout advantage is next-day professional installation after same-day in-home consultation, bringing retail to customers’ doors.
  • Strikingly, its iconic ‘Empire Man’ mascot and jingle have become cultural touchstones recognized nationwide.
Culture + Values
  • Customers First: We put our customers first and act with a sense of urgency to satisfy them.
  • Golden Rule: We treat customers, contractors, and co-workers the way we would want to be treated.
  • Integrity: We build trust through integrity.
  • Personal Ownership: We take personal ownership and work together to drive financial results and celebrate our successes.
  • Making it easy: Everyone should have an easy experience updating their home.
Environment + Sustainability
Six Million Pounds
Carpet Waste Diverted
Over six million pounds of carpet waste were diverted from landfills in the first year of the company's recycling initiative.
  • Offers eco-friendly carpets made from recycled materials (e.g., plastic bottles) and low-VOC products to improve indoor air quality.
  • Provides sustainable flooring and window treatment options (e.g., honeycomb blinds) that reduce home energy consumption.
Inclusion & Diversity
5th percentile diversity rating
Diversity Score
The company ranks in the bottom 5% of similar-sized companies in terms of diversity.
-28 eNPS score
Employee Sentiment
Employee Net Promoter Score reflects low engagement, with 55% detractors and 27% promoters.
  • We’ve built an inclusive economy where employees and contractors have equal access to opportunity.
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