Customs Brokerage Accounting Agent presso Expeditors

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but 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.

• 19,000 trained professionals
• 300+ locations worldwide
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

Responsible for ensuring accuracy and validity of accounting transactions, in a timely manner, in support of the Brokerage and FTZ Department. The position will require someone that is detail oriented and self sufficient to ensure constant review/audit of pending AP and AR transaction and follow up as necessary. Extended support during month end will be required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accounts Payable:

• Perform checking and validation of payment requests and ensures accurate recording and approval in exp.o accounting system

• Checks and validates cost provisions and any (under) and over provisions are resolved timely or have notes with consistent follow up

• Perform appropriate escalation for any unresolved concerns affecting accounts payable specially related to closing out month end

• Ensure timely payment of Customs bills including duties, additional payments or fines & penalties

Accounts Receivable/Collections:

• Perform routine checks of the draft payables and ensure timely billings and approval in exp.o accounting system

• Ensure all files billed contain the necessary backup at the time of billing

• Maintain customer accounting contacts, along with escalation contacts

• Consistently follow up and provide proactive updates to accounting on pending invoices/payments

General Accounting:

• Ensure current quotes are on file and within SOP and matching rate shells are in place

• Ensure all new customers have quotes on file prior to the processing of the initial shipment.

• Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.

• Set the tone of this environment within your department

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND BEHAVIORS:

• Expeditors’ Company Policies and Procedures

• Accounting and Finance knowledge

• Knowledge in Local Tax Laws

• Global Logistics Industry knowledge Skills

 • Proficient in MS Office, including Excel Formulas and Pivot Tables

• Strong organizational and analytical skills with an attention to the details.

• Can communicate in different level of organization (e.g. regional counterparts).

• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to financial persons as well as non-financial persons at all levels from Operations to Senior Management to obtain positive results.

• Proven leadership attitude and skills.

• Ability to drive through change.

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams, Accounting, Product, Sales, Account Management and Legal

• Report writing and Analytical skills.

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical
• Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company