Logistics Account Receivable Specialist
Our client is a Norfolk-based company providing complete services to the Intermodal community. The company commenced operations in 2006 and since then has built a strong reputation with both its staff and customers. As they continue to grow and expand, our client is looking to become and remain the premiere provider of services to the Intermodal Community. Through on time performance and competitive rates, this company is dedicated to building long-term relationships with its customer base and becoming the leading Carrier within this space.
Logistics Account Receivable Specialist
Job Type: Full-time; On-site
Responsibilities:
- Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
- Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
- Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
- Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
- Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
- Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
- Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
- Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
- Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
- Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
- Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Experience:
- 2+ years of relevant bookkeeping experience needed
- Prior Knowledge of the transportation industry
- Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills both internally and externally
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
This position offers a competitive base salary.