Accounts Receivable Specialist

Texas International Terminals - Galveston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Galveston, TX

Support Activities for Transportation

About the position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for performing accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts receivable transactions. This role involves preparing and posting customer invoices, following up on outstanding balances, and supporting month-end close activities. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to establish relationships with customers and internal departments.

Responsibilities

• Timely prepare, post and e-mail customer invoices.
• Review AR aging and follow up with customers to collect outstanding balances.
• Timely post incoming and outgoing bank transactions.
• Timely and accurate preparation of wharfage calculation.
• Maintain Deferred revenue schedule.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues.
• Correspond with customers regarding invoicing and balance inquiries.
• Support month-end close, including AR and deferred revenue account reconciliations and monthly revenue analysis.
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
• Establish strong working relationships within the business and with customers.
• Support external audit requests related to AR and revenue.
• Prepare monthly credit card report and journal entry.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience with full cycle Accounts Receivable; or recent graduate with Bachelor's degree in Accounting with at least 1 year of accounting experience.
• Efficient without sacrificing accuracy and attention to detail.
• Solid knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including excel pivot tables).
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC (or NAV) is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, prioritizing and time management skills.
• Must be able to obtain or possess a valid TWIC card.