Accounts Payable Specialist

InterAtlas Logistics; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

InterAtlas Logistics is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our Newark, NJ finance team. You will handle customer invoicing, accounts receivable, collections support, and general accounting duties to ensure accurate financial records in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Staff Accountant, you will monitor client accounts, resolve billing discrepancies, process payments, and assist with payroll-related data and vendor tasks during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bookkeeping, accounting or invoicing roles.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, warehousing, or supply chain is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with multitasking ability.
• Proficient in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and accounting software (QuickBooks).

Responsibilities

• Process and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner.
• Monitor and reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Follow up with customers for collections and investigate inquiries.
• Handle customer setup, credit applications, and payments processing.
• Assist with driver pay administration and payroll data accuracy.
• Support Accounts Payable tasks during PTO and vacations.

Skills

Accounting experience

Customer billing

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

ABOUT INTERATLAS

InterAtlas consists of InterAtlas Chemical Inc., InterAtlas Logistics Inc., and InterAtlas Kimya A.S. We are headquartered in St Catharines, Ontario, Canada, with our drayage and warehouse operations in Newark, NJ and freight forwarding operations in Istanbul, Turkey. As a group, we source chemical raw materials from vendors across the globe and transport them to our warehouses, and on to our North American based clients. With growing annual revenues, supported by 50+ employees, we are a lean team with big ambitions.

InterAtlas offers its employees a unique opportunity to learn, grow and fast-track their careers in a well-managed, well-established company, with strong values centered around Being Relevant. The name InterAtlas literally means “In Between Giants”, and to outsmart the giants it requires people with drive who like to develop and grow. Our culture is very dear to us, and we will go to great lengths to strengthen our culture with the right hires.

ABOUT THE ROLE

InterAtlas is currently seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our finance team. Reporting directly to the Staff Accountant, this role plays a vital part in supporting the company’s financial operations. You will be responsible for customer billing, accounts receivable functions, collections support, and general accounting duties to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of our financial processes. As part of a high-volume, fast-paced environment, you will manage a large customer base, process a significant volume of transactions, and work closely with internal departments and customers to maintain accurate records, resolve discrepancies, and support timely collections.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Process and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner.
• Monitor and reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies with internal teams and clients.
• Follow up with customers for collections and investigate and resolve customer inquiries.
• Responsible for customer set up and maintenance including processing credit applications.
• Process payments received ensuring they are accurately recorded and resolving any discrepancies.
• Receive, open and distribute incoming mail and perform general administrative tasks for the account department.
• Assist with driver pay administration by reviewing trip data and ensuring payroll inputs are accurate.
• Support Accounts Payable tasks during PTO and Vacation periods.
• Additional financial projects or tasks, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO US

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bookkeeping, accounting or invoicing roles.
• Post-secondary education, focused on Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• Previous experience in the transportation, logistics, warehousing, or supply chain sector is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and similar functions.
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understand and maintain high standards of confidentiality while exercising discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Service-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Company Paid Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid holidays, sick days & vacation
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Benefit from a good work life balance
• Personal & professional growth opportunities

EEOC Statement:

InterAtlas Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered regardless of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws. InterAtlas Logistics is an equal opportunity employer.