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Expeditors · 1 day ago

Accounting Agent

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Expeditors is a company focused on delivering quality accounting services, and they are seeking an Accounting Agent to assist the Accounting Manager with routine operations. The role involves managing vendor invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting the Accounting Department with various tasks and projects.

Responsibilities

Book vendor invoices

Match amounts in proprietary A/P system to vendor invoices

Prepare and issue schedules of payments

Update vendor statements

Reconcile and resolve problem invoices

Build key relationships with vendors in order to quickly resolve invoice issues

File invoices, statements and any accounting related documents when necessary

Support Accounting Department with miscellaneous projects and assignments

Ensure communication with local branches

Works with internal customers in Operations to provide support and assist with cost accounting and billing

Other tasks/duties as deemed appropriate by your management team

Contact customers on AR balances owed, update collection notes in AR collections system, and work alongside internal operations to collect funds

Take responsibility for Business to Business collection process on assigned accounts

Assist with obtaining payment remittances

Complete collection reports on problem accounts as assigned by leadership

Assist with Process improvements related to billing and receivables

Work with Operations to resolve AR discrepancies in a timely manner

Work with supervisor and manager to develop reporting/trending for said accounting job functions

Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients

Qualification

AccountingAnalytical skillsAttention to detailExcelInterpersonal skillsMulti-taskingCommunication skillsOrganization skillsTeamworkSelf-starter

Required

High School Degree or equivalent required

Passed background check

Must be 18 years of age or older

Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Must not require future sponsorship for employment Visa

Must have the ability to work overtime in support of department needs

Fluent in English, both written and verbal

Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized

Demonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and action

Strong organization skills

Analytical with strong attention to detail

Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results

Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment

Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills

Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability

Comfortable working in a professional business environment

Must be able to commute to the MCI building

Technically proficient and have strong accounting, analytical, financial modeling, and research skills

Excellent organization skills and detailed-oriented

Motivated self-starter and work with urgency

Ability to adapt through change

Work in a team-oriented atmosphere