Accounts Receivable Representative I

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Lowell, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. in Lowell, AR is seeking an Accounts Receivable Representative I to ensure accurate invoicing and effective receivable management. You will respond to inquiries, apply payments, audit charges, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing issues, while maintaining strong customer relationships.

This entry-level role emphasizes precision, multi-tasking, and timely communication as you support the company’s billing operations and financial integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1-2 years related education or experience.
• Associates degree in Transportation Logistics preferred, with 1-2 years of experience.
• Associates degree in Business Administration/Management or Communications preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely invoicing.
• Network and build relationships with JB Hunt employees and customers addressing inquiries and billing issues.
• Direct the application of customer payments to invoices.
• Manage receivables including auditing, balance due processing, and revenue adjustments.
• Obtain missing or incomplete documentation to meet billing requirements.
• Contact customer contacts for payment status.
• Reduce outstanding accounts receivable for assigned customers.
• Set up automated aging reports.
• Audit billed charges for validity.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and meet goals.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Customer service

Written communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Associates: Transportation Logistics

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Associates: Business Administration/Management

Associates: Business Communications

Job description

Job Summary: Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for managing the efficiency and accuracy of the application of all charges for invoicing purposes for accounts with lowest complexity. Identify and resolve issues regarding freight payment with the customer, (e.g., collections, variances).

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurate and timely invoicing.
• Network and build relationships with both JB Hunt employees and external customers by responding to inquiries and complaints regarding accessorial billing processes, notifications, billing issues, etc. and identify root cause and solutions to issues.
• Direct the application of customer payments to outstanding invoices.
• Manage receivables to include auditing, processing balance dues, and revenue adjustments.
• Obtain and investigate missing or incomplete documentation to meet customer billing requirements.
• Reach out to customer contacts for payment status.
• Reduce outstanding accounts receivables of assigned customers.
• Set up automated aging reports.
• Audit billed charges for validity.
• Work with internal teams to improve processes, discuss action plans, and/or contractual changes, and achieve organizational/department/team goals and objectives.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification:

• High School Diploma or GED with 1-2 years combination of education, experience and training.

Preferred Qualification:

• Associates degree in Finance, Business Administration/Management, Communication, Transportation Logistics, or related field with 1-2 years of experience
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to act professionally
• Ability to communicate through writing effectively
• Ability to communicate verbally effectively
• Ability to quickly learn a new software system
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Self-motivation
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Basic critical thinking skills
• Basic organization skills
• Basic time management skills.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education,experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• visionbenefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education:

Associates: Transportation Logistics, GED (Required), High School (Required), Associates: Business Administration/Management, Associates: Business Communications

Work Experience:

Accounting/Payroll, Auditing

Job Opening ID:

00645995 Accounts Receivable Representative I (Open)

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

About Us

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You™.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics,offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country.There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt istheplace to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. Thecareer possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary andbenefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people andtakegreat pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels tojoinour team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across alldepartments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role atJ.B.Hunt could take your career to the next level.