Accounting Specialist Job at Expeditors in Nashville

Company Description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and 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. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job Description

THIS POSITION IS IN PERSON ONLY, DOES NOT SPONSOR WORK VISA'S, AND HAS NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE.

Position will be filled by a professional candidate with strong work history, seeking a long-term career with opportunity for advancement. Scope of responsibility will expand beyond Accounts Payable as candidate masters tasks.

• Ensure payables are processed timely and coded accurately
• Manage email timely
• Prepare vendor reconciliations
• Assist in month-end close process including but not limited to expense accruals
• Manage AP inquiries effectively and timely
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency
• Ensure payments are made according to company policy
• Ensure accuracy of vendor payments, including setup and validation of vendor banking information
• Assist, as needed, with other duties to support the organization

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years Accounting experience required
• Must understand Accounting terminology
• Must be able to use MS Excel effectively
• Must be motivated with a desire learn, grow and lead others

Additional Information

THIS POSITION IS IN PERSON ONLY, DOES NOT SPONSOR WORK VISA'S, AND HAS NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE.

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

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