Description
We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always
make it real.
Position Summary
Reporting to the logistics director, the Logistics Accounting Analyst will be accountable to the day-to-day financial operations in areas associated with freight accounts payables and accounts receivables (APAR). They will manage financial reporting; reconciliations, financial analyses, ad hoc reporting for all APAR related activities. This role will require strong coordination and collaboration with various US finance and supply team members and with our global business services partners in an effective and timely manner.
The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of freight processes and fully cycle accounts payable with a strong attention to detail and collaborative mindset.
Position Responsibilities
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Manage the process of review and coding for all freight invoices to ensure proper processes are followed prior to payment.
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Manage and resolve ocean freight issues and disputes ensuring releases with ocean carrier to minimize disruption to the business.
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Responsible for ensuring timely management/entry of all invoices and coordination with offsite accounting teams for payment.
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Manage the monthly reconciliation process for freight statements. Identify and correct descriptions via disputes.
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Manage and respond to all ocean freight vendor inquires ensuring timely communication and resolution.
- Manage the new vendor/customer onboarding process.
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Process third party payments through company Open Text system.
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Recognize and understand the variety of Documents related to Accounts Payable and Supply Chain.
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Responsible for ensuring correct documentation, including document numbers, when initiating payment requests.
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Manage reconciliation of Accounts receivable payments and invoices, including balance transfers as needed.
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Ensure timely follow-up with customers on outstanding receivables.
- Monthly reconciliation of customer accounts for domestic and international accounts.
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Processes receivables for credit card transactions.
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Responsible for managing files and documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policy and standard accounting practices, ensuring adherence to company retention schedule.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
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High School Diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance is strongly preferred.
- Three (3) years of Accounts Payable and Receivable experience is required. Experience in a commodities environment is strongly preferred.
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Direct experience with freight payables and disputes is required.
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Full cycle accounts payable experience is strongly preferred.
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Experience with ERP software is required, SAP experience a plus.
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Working knowledge of ocean freight processes is required.
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Strong organizational and time management skills are required.
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The ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences effectively both written and verbally is required.
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The ability to interact with employees and vendors in a collaborative and professional manner is required.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com
At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.