“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business”
Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Expeditors is a Fortune 500 global logistics company that satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. We pride ourselves on being a solutions-based organization and take time to understand each customer’s individual business needs. As a non-asset based organization, we have considerable flexibility when managing our customers’ supply chains.
Our industry professionals, award winning processes, and globally unified systems ensure that we always live up to our promise, You’d be surprised how far we’ll go for you.®
- 18,000 trained professionals
- 250+ locations worldwide
- Fortune 500
- Globally unified systems
Job DescriptionAs a Credit Specialist, you’ll play a key role in supporting credit approvals for a large, dynamic organization while learning how to apply your education to real-world business decisions. This position is entry-level and ideal for recent graduates eager to grow their skills and gain hands-on experience in credit processes, reporting, and internal customer service — all while building a strong foundation for a career in finance. We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can work independently, prioritize effectively, and adapt to a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is committed to learning, meets deadlines consistently, and strives to improve processes for greater efficiency.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process and evaluate customer credit requests
- Compile and analyze credit scoring and company financial information
- Obtain, track and reconcile customer financial statements
- Review financial statements to assess risk and assign appropriate credit ratings
- Maintain and monitor a portfolio of high-risk accounts, ensuring timely follow-up, documentation, and proactive communication to mitigate credit risk
- Support internal customer service by providing timely and accurate information in response to inquiries from branch offices
- Effectively communicate with branch offices regarding credit approval status, past-due receivables, or financial statement inquiries
- Understand company information and industry trends to support credit decisions
- Learn and contribute to process improvements within the department
What we offer
- Structured Training & Mentorship: Start your career with a clear onboarding plan and guidance from experienced credit professionals.
- Career Growth: Build a strong foundation in finance with opportunities for advancement as you gain experience.
- Impactful Work: Your contributions help protect the company and enable customers to succeed.
- Supportive Team Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, balance, and well-being in a fast-paced environment.
- Dynamic Industry: Gain exposure to credit processes within the global logistics environment, offering unique learning opportunities.
Location Requirement:
This position is in-office at our branch located in Scottsdale, AZ. Remote work is not available. Candidates must reside within commuting distance or be willing to relocate.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
- Ability to interpret and review financial statements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software applications quickly
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Expeditors offers competitive benefits to all full time employees
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What We Do
Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 (374) company, we employ over 16,500 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 320 locations across six continents. Expeditors is focused on the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include air and ocean freight consolidation and forwarding, vendor consolidation, customs clearance, cargo insurance, distribution and other value-added logistics services. We pride ourselves on being a solutions-based organization that takes the time to understand each customer's individual business needs. As a non-asset based organization, we have considerable flexibility when managing customers' supply chains. Our relationships with local suppliers and global air and ocean partners provides our customers with the best routing and pricing options. Expeditors' comprehensive, flexible spectrum of services is supported by leading-edge information technology providing the highest level of end to end visibility. To maintain consistent quality and customer service across the globe, Expeditors has regional headquarters located in London, Dubai, Shanghai and Singapore. At Expeditors, our industry professionals, award winning processes and globally unified systems ensure that we always live up to our promise, "You'd be surprised how far we'll go for you."
