Accounts Payable Specialist

eShipping, LLC • Parkville, MO

28d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for the functions necessary to support carrier, trade, and other payments for eShipping, LLC. The main responsibility will be assisting in daily/weekly batches utilizing multiple payment methods (electronic and check) to ensure our partner carriers and other vendors are paid within established time limits.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently while balancing appropriate collaboration with leadership oversight
• Efficient and courteous customer service and vendor management
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• “Sense of urgency” and strong initiative
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic technical skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Great attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Excel experience and knowledge preferred(E.g. vlookup, pivot tables, etc.)
• Logistics industry experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Preparing reports that are used to link invoices ready for payment from the Transportation Management Systems to the General Ledger accounting system
• Review, audit, and arrange payments for Domestic services
• Review, audit, and arrange payments for Trade services
• Maintaining filing system in accordance with IRS and customer requirements
• Handling miscellaneous payments to customers
• Managing and handling vendor payment detail
• Communicating with internal and external parties on payment inquiries
• Other administrative duties as required
• Must be able to work onsite weekly to print and mail checks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED