Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist will report directly to the Regional Finance Director. The candidate will manage a portfolio of high visibility customer accounts. They must have superior analytical, reconciliation, computer and interpersonal skill sets, possessing the ability to think and work independently, yet work effectively with a team to accomplish team goals. Candidate must be extremely organized, able to set priorities and possess leadership skills to be successful in this position.

Job Duties:

• Manage all phases of credit and collections for portfolio of customer accounts– Collection Calls, Perform Account Reconciliations, AR Adjustments
• Follow document work processes and comply with internal policies.
• Audit and manage assigned aging reports/portfolio(s) to identify delinquent accounts and initiate appropriate collection activity, providing a proactive approach to collecting past due receivables.
• Apply customer payments on a timely basis
• Process Accounts Payable invoices on a timely manner
• Process vendor payments
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations
• Other administrative support as needed

Requirements: Educational Level: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Related Field. Bachelor's not required if working experience in AR and AP work is significant.

Hours per week: Full time

Computer: Proficient in Microsoft office suite, Excel, Word, Outlook. Familiarity with computer systems and software. Experience with major ERP systems a big plus.

Skills: Strong work ethic, team player, prompt follow up, reliable, consistent, attention to detail, stellar communications skills with all employees will be required.

Industry Knowledge: Experience in freight and/or logistics industry a big plus but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person