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Job Title: Bookkeeper

 

About the Company:

Our client is a drop-shipping company that manages a high volume of freight costs. They are seeking a detail-oriented individual to manage financial processes, particularly focusing on transportation invoices and freight claims.

 

Job Description:

Our client is looking for a Bookkeeper to manage daily financial tasks, with a primary focus on processing and verifying transportation invoices. This role involves investigating discrepancies between quoted and billed amounts for shipments, disputing incorrect charges, and managing freight claims when necessary. The ideal candidate will be adept at logical problem-solving and root cause analysis.

The role may expand to include other financial responsibilities, such as assisting with month-end book closing and manual data processing, depending on the candidate's capabilities. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting with vendors and internal teams.

 

Responsibilities of the role:

• Facilitate the processing of incoming bills and invoices, particularly for parts and transportation.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in transportation billing compared to quotes.

• Dispute incorrect charges on invoices.

• Investigate and file freight claims for damaged or missing shipments.

• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams to resolve billing issues.

• Assist with month-end closing procedures and manual data processing.

 

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of pricing agreements with vendors.

• Ability to pull data and identify billing discrepancies.

• Familiarity with logistics concepts and how goods are transported.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Fluency in English, particularly in written communication (email).

 

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with logistics or transportation billing.

• Experience in construction industry accounting.

 

Personality:

• Detail-oriented and meticulous.

• Logical and analytical thinker.

• Proactive and able to identify potential issues.

• Trustworthy and reliable.

• Eager to learn and adapt.

 

Software & Tools:

• Not specified, but proficiency in bookkeeping software is implied.

 

Schedule:

Flexible hours, with a potential preference for the first half of the day.

A daily call between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM Central Time may be required.

 

Salary and Benefits:

• Payment in USD or Local Currency according to candidate's preference.

• Full-time remote opportunity.