Accounting Supervisor

Nippon Express USA • Dallas, TX

8d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. (“NEU”) was incorporated in New York in 1962 as a fully owned subsidiary of NX. NEU provides logistics solutions and comprehensive transportation services through its international freight forwarding and logistics network, including specialized handling of: air, land, sea and express packages; all types and sizes of cargo; personal effects and household goods; fragile and perishable freight; and livestock. NEU also provides related services, such as warehousing, distribution and customs brokerage and clearance. NEU operates at 55 locations in 27 states within the U.S., with approximately 1300 employees. NEU has enjoyed tremendous growth and success as one of the top five international freight forwarders in the world. We connect people with products throughout the world.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years administration experience, 3-5 years accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent related experience
• Strong knowledge of MS Office software products
• High level of confidentiality required
• Understanding of regulatory compliance (DOT, TSA, OSHA, etc.)
• Excellent communication in English
• Word, Excel, Power Point skills

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of SAP is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, counsel, and active support to Branch Management and employees regarding implementation of Accounting and Administrative policies
• Communicate with new vendors and our Legal department to finalize service contract/agreements and maintain Subcontractor database
• Manage monthly closing for Dallas office and reporting results to Branch Management
• Oversee Accounts Payable, Account Receivable, and Reconciliation of each account code balance
• Manage Fixed Assets purchase and disposal; report to Head Office
• Manage/coordinate the staffing process for the Branch, including HR-01’s, recruiting, selection, hiring, orientation, and on-boarding
• Assist with DOT compliance, utilizing JJ Keller’s Encompass system.
• Manage employee relations for ensuring consistent, equal, and fair treatment
• Escalate to Branch Management or Regional HR all employee relations issues which require intervention
• Ensure compliance with Employment Laws and Policy/Program compliance
• Finalize Payroll and timesheets

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1 st of the month after 30 days.
• 401k with a company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, HSA, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Auto and Home policies, Commuter Benefits, and much more.
• Generous Vacation and Sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees