Accounting Specialist

SOUTHERN CHAMPION TRAY LLC • Chattanooga, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Champion Tray is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join its corporate accounting staff in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The role is responsible for accurately and promptly calculating, processing, and recording high-volume proof-of-delivery (POD) credits and billing functions. It works with Accounting, customers, Sales, Customer Service, Accounts Receivable, and Management to resolve questions, verify information, and obtain approvals as needed.

The position handles daily review and verification of customer POD reports, purchases, and payments; investigates discrepancies with customers; and issues POD credit memos. It also shares responsibility for invoicing and credits for Chattanooga distribution, including preparing invoices for mailing and processing internal and external credits related to deductions and complaints.

The schedule is 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The work location is the downtown Chattanooga site at 220 Compress Street.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong organization, data accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving ability, including considering multiple facets of an issue and identifying root causes.
• Ability to follow strict steps consistently.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to inquire, challenge, affirm, and relay information assertively and effectively.
• Ability to drive accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and perform different tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review, sort, and verify POD reports received daily from customers.
• Verify customer purchases and payments, and work with customers to resolve discrepancies.
• Review and verify customer payments.
• Issue POD credit memos.
• Work with Accounting, customers, Sales, and Management when questions arise and approval amounts are required.
• Share daily responsibility for invoicing and credits for Chattanooga distribution.
• Process and prepare invoices for mailing each day, reviewing shipment status and verifying calculation accuracy.
• Receive, verify, and process internal and external credits for deductions and complaints in collaboration with Accounting, Customer Service, Sales, and Accounts Receivable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed