Accounting Specialist (Logistics Accounting)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $55,000 - $75,000 per year (Base Salary)

About Nationwide Transport Services

Nationwide Transport Services (NTS) is a leading logistics brokerage specializing in heavy equipment, freight, containers, vehicles, and specialized loads across North America.

With over 16 years of experience, 130+ logistics experts, and 23,000+ vetted carriers, we manage thousands of shipments annually through trusted brands such as HeavyHaulers.com, HeavyEquipmentTransport.com, and ContainerTransport.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and record logistics-related transactions, including carrier invoices, freight payments, and adjustments for domestic and international shipments
• Manage accounts receivable (AR) processes, including generating invoices for clients, tracking payment terms, and ensuring timely collections on outstanding balances
• Oversee collections efforts, proactively contacting clients to resolve past-due accounts, negotiate payment plans, and minimize bad debt in alignment with NTSs customer-first approach
• Analyze transportation costs, expenditures, and carrier rates to identify cost-saving opportunities and support budgeting for heavy haul and oversized load services
• Reconcile accounts payable / receivable, monitor aging reports for shippers and carriers, and ensure accurate financial reporting for logistics operations
• Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, and regulatory reports specific to trucking and logistics, including compliance with DOT regulations and customs documentation
• Collaborate with operations teams across our U.S. offices (FL, KY, OH) to resolve discrepancies in shipment accounting and provide data-driven insights for customized client solutions
• Assist with monthly / quarterly closings, audits, and forecasting to maintain financial accuracy in a fast-paced brokerage environment
• Support automation of accounting processes using tools like QuickBooks or ERP systems to streamline carrier payments, AR, and collections workflows
• Monitor KPIs for logistics performance, such as on-time delivery costs and fuel surcharges, to contribute to NTS's commitment to reliable, cost-effective services

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