Accounts Receivable Specialist - Transportation

iLocatum; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

iLocatum in Charleston, SC is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to maintain accurate customer accounts, support collections, and ensure receivables reporting integrity. The role reports to the AR Supervisor and processes payments across cash, check, and credit card transactions.

Primarily onsite, with 1 remote day per week, this position offers growth within a national logistics company that values operational excellence, clear communication, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Accounts Receivable or related accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational ability.
• Problem solving and account reconciliation skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Post customer payments across cash, check, and credit card transactions.
• Generate manual invoices for ancillary revenue streams.
• Prepare and distribute customer account statements.
• Reconcile customer accounts and maintain AR balances.
• Support collections with payment history and plans.
• Maintain AR reports and assist on special projects.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Account reconciliation

Independent worker

Adaptability

Education

Accounting degree in progress

Tools

Sage

IFS

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Charleston, SC (Onsite, with 1 remote day per week)

About The Role

A growing national company in the transportation and logistics industry is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist for its Charleston, SC office. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate customer accounts, supporting collections, and ensuring the integrity of receivables reporting. The company has built its reputation on operational excellence, safety, and long-standing customer relationships, and continues to invest in its people, systems, and infrastructure as it expands into new markets.

Schedule

Primarily onsite, with 1 remote day per week.

Compensation

$52,000 per year.

What You'll Do

The Accounts Receivable Specialist reports directly to the Accounts Receivable Supervisor and posts customer payments across cash, check, and credit card transactions, recording revenue by verifying and entering deposit transactions. This person generates manual invoices for ancillary revenue streams, including intercompany transactions and other non-standard billing, and prepares and distributes customer account statements to support collection efforts. Day to day work includes reconciling customer accounts, maintaining accurate outstanding receivable balances, and keeping organized records of customer activity. This role also researches and resolves account discrepancies by coordinating with internal teams and customers directly, processes authorized deductions and adjusting entries within the accounting system, and supports collections by reviewing payment history and payment plans. Additional responsibilities include maintaining invoice accounts, preparing AR and ad hoc reports as requested, protecting confidential financial information, and supporting the broader accounting team on special projects as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, or related accounting experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability
• Strong problem-solving and account reconciliation skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Flexible and adaptable, particularly during system and ERP transitions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Sage, IFS, QuickBooks Online, or similar accounting/ERP systems
• Accounting degree completed or in progress (equivalent relevant experience will also be considered)

Compensation And Benefits

• $52,000 per year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off