Accounting Clerk

We are offering an opportunity for an Accounting Clerk to join our team in the wholesale distribution industry, located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. In this role, you will primarily focus on managing accounting tasks related to freight and duty processing, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in bookkeeping and Excel. Responsibilities:• Ensure efficient and correct data entry for accounts payable, with a strong emphasis on freight and duty bills.• Conduct freight and duty reconciliations, guaranteeing all expenses are accurately tracked.• Support month-end close activities, including the preparation of necessary journal entries.• Provide additional support to the accounting team with various reconciliations and entries related to closing.• Monitor, track, and record all expenses related to freight, shipping, and duties in the financial system.• Oversee customs duties, ensuring accurate accounting and compliance with all local and international regulations.• Review, verify, and reconcile freight and duty invoices against purchase orders and shipping documents.• Prepare regular reports on freight and duty costs and ensure their accurate reflection in financial statements.• Analyze expenditures on freight and duties to identify potential areas for cost savings.• Support internal and external audits by ensuring all freight and duties documentation is complete and accurate.• Participate in the development of the annual freight and duties budget and contribute to forecasting logistics-related expenses.• Ensure all transactions related to freight and duty comply with international trade regulations, tariffs, and company policies.• Collaborate with the logistics and procurement teams to resolve discrepancies and identify cost-saving opportunities.• Manage relationships with freight carriers, customs brokers, and other logistics partners to ensure accurate billing and resolve any invoicing discrepancies.

Salary : $22 - $26