Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable

Descripción del trabajo Company Description "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. 18,000 trained professionals 300+ locations worldwide Fortune 500 Globally unified systems Job Description Direct Report: Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable The Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable works on a team supporting Expeditors' U.S. corporate accounts payable processes. The position requires a high level of detail and time management skills. Communication with other departments is a key responsibility. Responsibilities Record invoices in Expeditors accounting system upon receipt from different departments making sure services are accounted for in the correct product and cost GL and verify proper approval and support has been received. Review and approve Employee Expense Reimbursements in Concur system providing valid supporting documentation is attached, record journal in accounting system per Concur extract and perform monthly GL reconciliation. Participates in month end close by entering accruals and reconciles general ledger accounts. Manages the monthly prepaid amortization process. Schedule and prepare payments in Accounting system. Maintain a filing system in accordance with internal and local document retention policies (i.e. upload the invoice to the payable and the vendor statement to the payment in Accounting system). Assists with the annual IRS form **** and ****-S tax reporting. Support Accounting Department with miscellaneous projects and assignments. Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride. Collaborate with the Accounting team on the preparation or required documentation of financial information related to internal or external audits and/or any other financial initiatives or projects. Map and understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency to offer internal customers. Actively participate in the optimization of tools and continuously improve the efficiency and quality of the service. Set the tone of this environment within your department. Qualifications 100% English Spoken and Written Degree: Bachelor's degree in Accounting /Finance. 1-2 years of experience in Accounting preferred (Not required). Accounting and Finance knowledge. Customer Satisfaction oriented. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate at all levels written and oral communication and presentations. 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 are expected. Commitment to always exemplify Expeditors' Culture. Additional Information Expeditors offers excellent benefits Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision Life and Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development Program All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr