Executive, Accounting

Company Description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 18,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 340+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job Description

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and process incoming payments in compliance with financial policies.
• Send updated Statements of Account (SOA) monthly.
• Follow up with customers on outstanding invoices.
• Reconcile customer balances and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare collection letters and demand notices when necessary.
• Escalate unresolved billing issues to Sales, Account Management, Operation teams.
• Maintain accurate records of receivable transactions and customer communications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline AR processes.
• To take up additional tasks as required to meet the Department’s needs.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• At least 1 to 2 years of related working experience in similar position.
• Good Accounting and Finance knowledge.
• Good organizational and analytical skills with an attention to the details.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
• Pro-active approach, strong organizational skills
• Good computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)
• Fluent in English

Additional Information

Expeditors Offers Excellent Benefits:

• Group Medical Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus