Accounts Receivable Specialist
Description
Are you passionate about managing construction projects and helping our company grow? Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in a global company? We need people like you to help us hire the best in the business and we're excited to have you join us in this significant role to ensure we continue to build a diverse and engaged workforce! Come be part of something special at CJ Logistics!
Position Overview:
This position works collaboratively with associates across our network of logistics centers to manage the processing and collection of the company’s receivables. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will support our Field Finance and Freight Forwarding teams to build and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external customers. Preferred experience includes working in SAP for receivables management and advanced Excel skills. Candidates with a background in logistics or freight forwarding environments are strongly preferred.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for collection activities on major accounts, including sending follow-up inquiries, negotiating with past-due customers, maintaining cash receipts, and escalating collection issues to management when necessary
- Perform accounting functions for Accounts Receivable, including reconciling A/R to the G/L, clearing accounts, and running monthly integrity reports or other control checks as assigned
- Manage banking relationships, including processing EDI cash receipts, resolving deposit issues, and maintaining communication with bank representatives
- Utilize SAP to process receivables, monitor customer account statuses, manage disputes, and reconcile payment discrepancies
- Document A/R issues as required for monthly reserves, audits, and compliance purposes
- Produce AR reports on specific customer accounts or customer groups and provide AR management reporting as requested
- Maintain accurate records of collections, account reconciliations, and customer communications, ensuring adherence to accounting principles and internal control standards
- Collaborate with logistics centers to research and resolve billing disputes, particularly those involving freight charges, customs fees, or shipment discrepancies
- Analyze historical data on customer accounts to identify reasons for non-payment and recommend collection strategies
- Support the Field Finance, Sales, and Customer Service teams to ensure prompt resolution of outstanding receivables
- Perform other related job duties as required, within the scope of training and expertise
Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Collections, preferably in a logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain environment
- SAP experience required, specifically in Accounts Receivable, Collections, and Dispute Management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and data analysis)
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to resolve complex billing and payment issues
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information in compliance with company policies
- Familiarity with collections procedures, credit management, and internal control policies, including those relevant to global logistics operations
Pay, Benefits and More:
- Hourly rate - $24.11-26.92
- Competitive compensation package
- Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance,
- PTO and MORE!
- Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
- Opportunity to drive significant changes with an ability to make an impact across the organization
- Laid-back and open-door work environment
- High Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
- Opportunity for advancement
CJ Logistics About Statement:
CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea, and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL), and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service, and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the well-being of the end consumer, our customers, and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North American region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.
CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based on race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics America participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.