Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join a busy logistics operation in Blue Ash, Ohio in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports the financial and documentation flow behind a high-volume transportation environment, helping ensure invoices, carrier records, and supporting paperwork are accurate and processed on time. The ideal candidate is comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced setting, communicating with internal teams and external partners, and resolving discrepancies before they delay payment or billing.

Responsibilities:
• Review transportation and billing documents for accuracy, including bills of lading and gate-related records, to support timely invoice processing.
• Partner with brokers to keep shipment paperwork moving efficiently and prevent open items from delaying carrier payments or customer billing.
• Examine reports and account details to identify missing documents, unresolved invoice issues, and aging items that require follow-up.
• Perform spot checks across a high volume of transactions and investigate exceptions to resolve payment or documentation problems.
• Communicate with factoring partners regarding invoice and payment status, including expected release timelines.
• Monitor open payables for carriers and follow up on outstanding invoices or incomplete files to maintain accurate records.
• Upload and organize required documentation in internal systems so financial and shipment records remain complete and accessible.
• Reach out to customers or related contacts when additional support is needed to obtain missing paperwork or clarify account issues.• Experience supporting accounting operations in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, or invoice processing.
• Ability to reconcile records, identify discrepancies, and take action to resolve issues in a high-volume environment.
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail when handling financial and transportation-related documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort learning internal accounting or billing platforms similar to QuickBooks.
• Effective communication skills for working with brokers, carriers, customers, and third-party payment partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining organization and meeting deadlines in an onsite role.
• Background in logistics, transportation, or another fast-paced operational setting is preferred.