"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but 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.
15,000 trained professionals250+ locations worldwideGlobally unified systemsJob DescriptionThe Account Receivable Agent is responsible for managing Accounts Receivables processes, including receiving and recording receipts and assisting in the Credit Management process, ensuring Customers remain within agreed credit and payment terms.
MetricsFinanceA/R within terms – 100% of A/R within customers' credit terms.Reserves – No reserves (A/R).CultureExemplify Our Culture, Mission and Goals.Follow the 10 Critical Success Factors.Comply with the 52-hour training per year (4.33 per month).Complete all mandatory training timely.Administration and Personnel ManagementKeep excellence in internal service execution within the Accounting department.Engage with team members daily, participate in check-in, weekly and monthly meetings.Build healthy cross-functional relationships and promote team spirit in the department and with other teams.Own your self-development. Prepare, follow-up and execute on your personal development goals.Understand and implement the company controls, policies, procedures, processes, applications, tools, and systems.Participate in the Accounting team on initiatives and projects.Support projects and initiatives at every level.Finance & OperationsCollaborate with Accounting Lead and Accounting Supervisor, DM and Operations Manager in initiatives and priorities.Have strong knowledge and proper use of all Expeditors systems and tools, especially the Accounting system.Download Account Receivable (A/R) report weekly; review all customers at least once a week.Follow up on all receivable invoices post IVM update; initiate invoice resend process if needed.Provide the customer with their CFDI Payment Complement once the deposit has been applied.Follow up on open credits in the system for immediate refund.Keep AR notes updated weekly.Provide up-to-date detailed collection notes in the ARCM system.Escalate problems or concerns to Accounting Management team timely when needed.Research all deposit & Journal Voucher postings for discrepancies & submit JV entry for corrections.Submit timely A/R responses to CHQ or MEX REG as required.Ensure collection on A/R reserves to avoid bad debt write-off (AR over 4 months).Record receipts in exp.o Accounting system and allocate per the remittance advice.Safeguard assets of the company by effectively managing daily Accounts Receivable operations and assisting in Credit Management operations to improve cash flow and liquidity.Generate and deliver timely Statements and perform timely reconciliations.Maintain a filing system according to internal and local document retention policies.Assist Controller with Credit tasks in line with the Global Credit Policy.Assist in Internal Control Evaluations and Internal/External Audits by preparing required information/documentation.ComplianceUnderstand and comply with company internal controls, specifically the Financial Process Control Documentation.Promote compliance by diligently following all company policies and regulations.Maintain highest compliance levels for all applicable Accounting requirements.Security, Health and SafetyInform the Branch's Health and Safety representative immediately of any unsafe conditions or incidents.QualificationsDegree: Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.1-2 years of experience in Accounting preferred.Strong Accounting and Finance knowledge.Ability to learn and apply global logistics industry processes and procedures.Exhibit a leadership style that empowers, coaches, mentors, and fosters a cohesive team environment.Customer Satisfaction oriented.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to relate and influence employees at all levels.Strong time management skills and attention to detail.Problem-solving and business analytical skills.Strong project management skills, and ability to multitask.Ability to complete work within standard procedures, guidelines and office policies.Self-driven personality and good business sense.Strong computer skills, including data entry and knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications.Hands-on user skills with Expeditors' applications as needed.Fluency in English and Spanish.Team player.Proactive and shows ownership in assigned responsibilities.Commitment to exemplifying Expeditors' culture.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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