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Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.
Here's what you can expect from Watco:
• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities
Job Summary
The Accounts Receivable Coordinator of Watco Logistics is responsible for ensuring the timely invoicing of customers within the transportation management system (TMS). It is essential for the Accounts Receivable Coordinator to monitor and collect past due receivables.
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with extensive team member and supplier contact with frequent interruptions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Enter all payables for cost of sales and overhead
• Compile check batch reports and process check runs
• Complete credit applications for new vendors
• Receive and match-up invoices accurately with purchase orders
• Review, investigate and resolve any discrepancies
• Maintain accurate and up to date database for all vendor and customer records
• Process employee expense reports for proper approval
• Maintain weekly accounts receivables follow-up on past due customer accounts
• Issue and send customer statements
• Receive and review customer payments
• Post customer payments into accounting system
• Ensure integrity of all financial data and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Experience in accounting or finance preferred
• Apply knowledge of organization, communication, conflict resolution, and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work with others and be a positive influence on co-workers
• Strong phone and email communication
• Effective customer service skills and the ability to service both internal and external customers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.