American Christmas Hiring for Logistics Coordinator/ Bookkeeper at Memphis, TN Full Time

American Christmas LLC has been one of the nation’s largest commercial Christmas decorating companies since 1968. Fifty years later, and after being acquired by MK Illumination in 2017, we’re thriving and looking to grow our team. We create worlds of light and stage places with festive decoration to amaze people. Through successful conception, contemporary design, and careful implementation, we dazzle visitors at the most famous retailers and landmark buildings across the United States.

Our mission is to provide exceptional service to our clients and give them the opportunity to have an unforgettable and breathtaking experience within their space, leaving a lasting impression on millions of people each holiday season. Learn more about this unique opportunity below and become part of our team!

Responsibilities include:

Coordinate delivery details with clients.

Request quotes and book domestic transport.

Data entry and verification.

Prepare documents that will include arrival notice, invoice, delivery order, and monitor shipments from start to finish.

Resolve issues regarding any and all shipped orders.

Communicate with customers, dispatchers and drivers regarding delays, issues, and updates.

Process freight claims timely.

Communicate with sales and warehouse, check orders and inform when items are packed and ready for shipping.

Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.

Maintain daily accounting duties for freight forwarding service.

Process simple bookkeeping, expenses, freight, and other expenses associated with Universal Statues.

Daily administrative duties.

Perform other tasks as requested relating to success of the company.

Who you are:

You have Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong analytically and organizationally.

You are organized and can keep detailed notes.

You’re Self-motivated, proactive, and innovative in style.

Requirements:

Available to work part-time (3 days a week) during the year.

Available to work full-time (5 days a week) throughout our busy season August-November.

Exceptional interpersonal skills: positive, respectful and customer focused.

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central a plus

Microsoft Office experience, particularly Excel

Quick critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Basic accounting/bookkeeping knowledge.

Experience in Logistics/Freight

Ability to use computers, software and other technology for inventory and communication purposes.

Must be Reliable.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

What we offer

Paid Time Off, Vacation and Ample Overtime

Medical, Dental and Vision Health Benefits

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Evolving dynamic culture

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Memphis, TN 38118: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)
• Logistics: 3 years (Required)
• Microsoft Dynamics- Business Central: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Memphis, TN 38118