Accounting Assistant at John S Connor Inc – Glen Burnie, MD, Maryland

Position Title: Accounting Assistant
Location: Glen Burnie, MD

Reports To: Controller

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $35,000 - $45,000 (Depending on skills and experience)

Get to Know Us

Join a well-established leader in our industry, where a career offers both personal and professional growth within the dynamic world of transporting goods and services around the world. With decades of experience, we support a diverse range of clients, ensuring their logistics and customs needs are met with excellence.

Our Culture

People and technology drive our success. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values integrity, celebrates achievements, and recognizes each employee’s role in our success. Our focus on customer satisfaction and innovation ensures that every team member’s contributions are both meaningful and rewarding. We embrace diversity, engagement, and inspiration, making this a place where employees can thrive and grow.

The Accounting Assistant is responsible for working with the current Accounting staff and supporting where needed.

• Credit Card Reconciliation:
  • Reconcile and post monthly credit card statements
• Customer Communication:
  • Respond to email inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and billing questions.
  • Process credit card payments for customers, record details, and update systems.
• Aging & Past Due Accounts Management:
  • Review Accounts Receivable aging and send out past due notices.
  • Send follow-up emails for overdue invoices and prepare monthly statements for certain debtor groups.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Review Ai Accounts payable system errors and make corrections.
  • Reconcile Vendor statements.
  • Assist Accounting team as needed.

• Education: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: 1-3 years of relevant experience in accounts receivable or a similar finance role.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency with accounting software, ideally Cargowise.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?
We are a leader in global logistics and customs brokerage. As a vital player in the supply chain, we ensure our clients' shipments meet all requirements, facilitating smooth import/export operations. Join a collaborative and dynamic team in a role that offers exposure to various facets of logistics and office administration. As a team member, you have access to the following benefits and compensation packages.

Benefits and Compensation

• Salary Range: $45,000 to $50,000 annually (depending on skills and experience)
• Potential for additional compensation such as discretionary bonuses, employee rewards and recognition programs
• Hybrid Work Environment. Initial training will be on-site in the Glen Burnie office
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HRA, and Employee Assistance Programs
• Company Paid Life and Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options for employees and qualified dependents
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid Vacation, Paid Time Off, and Holidays
• Educational Assistance

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. We are a smoke and drug-free workplace and ADA-compliant as applicable.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us to request assistance.