Junior Staff Accountant - Wilmington, NC

Ranked as a top 30 brokerage company and in the top 100 of all Logistics Companies in the US, MegaCorp Logistics is a fast-growing third-party logistics company. We are seeking highly creative and motivated individuals who are committed to finding successful answers to our clients' needs. Our team represents decades of experience in the 3PL industry and we are looking to add more talent to our team. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes unlimited earning potential, medical/dental/vision benefits, matching 401(k) Plan, paid time off, and many more perks in a fun high-energy environment. We have our employee's best interest at heart and know you are not simply a number. We want you to thrive in a positive work environment so we give you the tools for success.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Junior Staff Accountant will work heavily in MegaCorp Logistics' NetSuite environment and assist with day-to-day processing of Accounts Payable transactions, financial and administrative duties and assisting the Accounting Supervisor and Controller as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for processing payments due on company payables for MegaCorp Logistics and affiliated companies and ensuring those payments are on time and to the proper vendor.

• Maintains accuracy of documentation for accounts payable, and purchasing and consults the Accounting Supervisor or Controller in order to make the proper transaction entries required.

• Verifies check addresses and amounts, uploads check and ACH payment information to the bank daily, and manually verifies or denies any discrepancies found in the bank's Positive Pay security reports.

• Ensures that vendor payment information is accurate and updated as needed.

• Applies vendor credits if applicable and writes off any that are aged over 9 months.

• Writes off any checks aged over 6 months due to the bank expiring them.

• Documents any information regarding holds placed on vendor accounts due to claims or other events on the No Pay List.

• Assists in checking the Profit & Loss statement at the end of each month for any missing or duplicate amounts associated with company expenses paid.

• Ensures the confidentiality and security of all financial files.

• Assists the Accounting team, Accounting Supervisor or Controller as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2-year degree in accounting required.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills, both written and verbal.

• Good problem-solving and time management skills.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

• Able to prioritize, multi-task and maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced ability in Excel.

• Accounting software experience is preferred as well as other general computer applications and computer skills.

Hourly Full Time Position

$40,000-$45,000 USD