Bookkeeper

BookkeeperExpanding international distribution company is looking to add a bookkeeper. This is a newly created position due to growth with the company in their South Charlotte office. The person should have experience in manufacturing business, import/export business, or an industry where physical products are received/sold/shipped. Experience with pure cost accounting, a background in one of these types of businesses would be a plus along with any experience in logistics or distribution companies. Strong QuickBooks experience is required.This position is located in South Charlotte, NC with an hourly pay range of $30-32/hr. This is a contract to hire position.Duties:Enter commercial invoices in QuickBooksAssist with accounts receivable, billing and accounts payablePrepare declaration of manufacturing formsPrepare allocation worksheets for necessary shipmentsSend required docs to customer, clearing agent and truckerSend original bills of lading (BOL) via FedEx to SSL or freight forwarderKeep customer information spreadsheet updated and current to include employee changes, trucker changes, etc.Keep shipment requirement spreadsheet updated and currentPurchase orders and pro forma invoice processing:Prepare and send sales confirmation to customersTrack deliveries and invoice customers using QuickBooks, entering data for each invoice in appropriate spreadsheets:Monthly sales registerShipment requirementShipment allocation sheetConsignment spreadsheetsWarehouse spreadsheetCalculate current import duty charges and update duty spreadsheetExperience and skills required:3+ years' experience with QuickBooks3+years' experience in office administration2 years of accounting operations experienceLogistics or distribution company highly preferredAbility to work independently with customers, truckers, shipping lines, etc.Organizational and coordination abilitiesExcellent communication, interpersonal skills with team orientationAbility to work well in a fast-paced environmentShould be computer-savvy with ability to work on MS Office specifically ExcelKnowledge of QuickBooksKey skills/words: (at least 6)Administrative billing accounts receivable accounts payable office assistant quickbooks accounting administrationBachelor's degree requirement: No