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Expeditors Accounts Payable Agent in Brisbane, California
“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
As a Fortune 500 company, Expeditors employs more than 18,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 300 locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight, customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definite transportation, order management, warehousing, distribution and customized logistics solutions. Expeditors is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Scope of Position:
Monitors invoices to ensure accurate and timely payments and the implementation of correct procedures of Expeditors’ expenses.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Review all service provider invoices for appropriate documentation, provisions and approval prior to payment
Ensure proper and timely entry of invoices, expense reports, check requests, etc. into financial system, according to policies and procedures
Prepare batch checks runs, wire transfers and ACH transactions
Ensure service provider profiles are kept current and reflect corporate requirements
Respond to all service provider inquiries
Reconcile vendor statements monthly and quarterly, research and correct discrepancies
Responsible for check research and stop payment requests as outlined
Accountable for check stock and check security
Monitor and resolve any outstanding escheat checks
Assist with month end closing by notifying corporate of any reclassifications, accruals and recording of fixed assets
Assist with other projects as assigned to support Accounting Department
Understanding of Expeditors systems to easily navigate, resolve issues and perform outlined responsibilities
Display willingness, without request, to aid and assist team members
Local candidates *
Qualifications:
1-3 years accounts payable and general accounting experience
Proficiency in Microsoft products including Word and Excel
Strong Excel skills, including report preparation, VLookUp, Pivot Table, and more
Excellent verbal and communication skills
Detail oriented, well organized self-starter with strong time management skills
Ability to multi-task and work independently or with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
Open to change and willing to learn new skills
Sound understanding of accounting-related principles and relevant software
Reporting Structure:
- Accounting Manager
Peer Positions:
- Accounts Receivable Agent
Expeditors offers excellent benefits
Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Personnel Development Program
Expected compensation $22.00 to $38.00 per hour.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.