Ecogistics Hiring for Accounting Manager Job at Moline, IL Full Time

TITLE: ACCOUNTING MANAGER

CLASSIFICATION​: EXEMPT

DEPARTMENT: ACCOUNTING

REPORTS TO: PRESIDENT & CEO

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Accounting Manager will oversee the department and staff responsible for accurate and timely processing of all transactions related to accounts payable and receivables. A successful accounting manager is committed to providing outstanding service to all business partners.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Able to meet or exceed department productivity goals related to receivables and payable transactions.

· Perform collections calls with all customers as necessary to ensure that monthly cashflow goals are met.

· Work collaboratively with carriers and staff to secure all proof of delivery documentation within 48 hours of delivery.

· Apply problem-solving and research skills to correct discrepancies in accounts or billings.

· Pull, analyze, and organize data required to produce accurate daily reports.

· Complete cash application and actively manage receivables aging.

· Complete weekly accounts payable check run.

· Calculate bi-weekly agent commissions.

· Resolve payment discrepancies resulting from over or short payments.

· Contribute to the preparation of the annual company budget.

· Provide daily direction, oversight, and workflow oversight for accounting staff members.

· Organize meetings to communicate information and guidance, and to review policies, procedures, and best practices.

· Hire, schedule, train and retain on-site department staff members.

· Take prompt corrective action, while keeping immediate supervisor proactively and fully informed.

· Meet or exceed goals for expected behaviors. Maintain a respectful, positive working relationship with all other company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate that will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness.

· Thrive in a high-paced and at times demanding or stressful environment.

· Maintain reliable attendance according to schedule and policy.

· Operate in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

· Meet physical demands for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, include sitting or standing for long periods of time during the workday, close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, plus ability to clearly speak and hear both in person and over the telephone. Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel, type on a computer and telephone; and reach with hands and arms.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

1. Positive spirit.

2. Strong attention to detail and highly organized.

3. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

4. Verbal and written communication proficiency.

5. Expert-level MS Excel skills.

6. Expert-level analytical skills.

7. Ability to prioritize tasks.

8. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times demanding environment

9. Team-oriented.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervisory responsibility.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time, exempt position, with hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. It is understood that this position must be responsive to needs after hours or on weekends.

TRAVEL

Less than 5% travel is expected for this position.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in related field.

Three years or more of direct accounting experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience in transportation or logistics industry.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

None.

EEO STATEMENT

Ecogistics provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Ecogistics complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Ecogistics expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Ecogistics employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location