Accounting Specialist

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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
100K-100K Annually
Junior
Logistics
The Role
Processes accounts payable and receivable, billing, collections, payment allocation, reconciliations, bank deposits, invoice filing, and client/vendor account maintenance. Monitors overdue or irregular accounts, resolves billing inquiries, prepares reports, conducts collection efforts, and communicates with clients and vendors. Requires attention to detail, bookkeeping knowledge, organizational ability, problem-solving, and one to three years of accounting experience.
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Essential Job Functions

  • Maintains up-to-date billing system and follow up, collection and allocation of payments. 
  • Responsible for timely and accurate processing of accounts payable duties 
  • Daily opening of mail and date stamping 
  • Filing of processed invoices and PO’s. 
  • Carries out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines. 
  • Provides reconciliation of accounts and maintain accounts receivable/payable client files 
  • Monitors client/vendor account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities 
  • Follows established procedures for processing receipts, cash, adjustments and prepares bank deposits 
  • Investigates and resolves client/vendor queries 
  • Performs additional research as needed 
  • Organizes a recovery system and initiates collection efforts 
  • Communicates with clients/vendors via phone, email, mail or personally 
  • Other duties as assigned 

 Other Skills & Abilities

  • Strong working knowledge of accounts receivable/payable 
  • Pays attention to detail and accuracy 
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Strong organizational and decision-making skills 
  • Ability to problem-solve 
  • Negotiation and conflict management skills 
  • Strong experience in general bookkeeping procedures 
  • Proficient in relevant computer applications. 

                 Education & Experience

                • High School Diploma or GED preferred. 
                • One to three years accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting experience.

                  Why You Should Work for Crane?

                  At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

                  We offer:

                  • Quarterly Incentive Plan
                  • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
                  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
                  • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
                  • Employee Referral Bonuses
                  • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
                  • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
                  • Employee Discounts
                  • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

                  Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

                  Disclaimer:

                  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

                  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

                  We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

                  This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

                  More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify 

                  Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

                  Equal Opportunity Employer
                  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

                  Skills Required

                  • High school diploma or GED
                  • One to three years of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting experience
                  • Strong working knowledge of accounts receivable and accounts payable
                  • Strong experience in general bookkeeping procedures
                  • Proficiency in relevant computer applications
                  • Attention to detail and accuracy
                  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
                  • Strong organizational and decision-making skills
                  • Problem-solving ability
                  • Negotiation and conflict management skills
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                  The Company
                  HQ: Houston, TX
                  1,909 Employees
                  Year Founded: 2008

                  What We Do

                  Crane Worldwide Logistics provides top-class logistics solutions. Whether you're looking for Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding, Air Freight, Ocean Freight (FCL & LCL), Rail Freight, Trucking, Shipping, Warehousing, or Customs Brokerage, we are your nearby 3PL provider. Get a freight quote today.

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