Growth-Ready Accounting Specialist: Billing & AR in Logistics

SET Logistics; Oneonta (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Growth opportunities

Job summary

SET Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced freight brokerage environment.

This entry-level role is ideal for someone who understands basic accounting principles and is eager to gain hands-on experience; prior transportation experience is not required and we will train on freight billing, AR processes, portals, and SET procedures.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of accounting principles (invoicing, AR, payments, reconciliations).
• Strong attention to detail and comfort with numbers and financial data.
• Professional written and verbal communication, including customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with customer invoicing, accounts receivable, payment posting, and general accounting support.
• Review load and delivery documentation to ensure shipments are ready for billing.
• Research billing, payment, and account discrepancies and help resolve issues quickly.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices, past-due balances, and customer payment commitments.
• Apply and reconcile customer payments and maintain accurate account records.
• Work with Operations, Sales, and other internal teams to resolve billing issues.
• Navigate accounting software, McLeod/TMS tools, customer portals, and multiple systems efficiently.
• Maintain organized documentation, accurate data entry, and clear notes on account activity.
• Support account reconciliations, reporting, and other Accounting team projects.

Skills

Basic accounting principles

Accounts receivable

Invoicing

Data entry accuracy

Excel proficiency

Customer communication

Education

Accounting/Finance coursework or degree

Tools

Sage

McLeod

TMS tools

Job description

SET Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced freight brokerage environment.

This entry-level role is ideal for someone who understands basic accounting principles and is eager to gain hands-on experience; prior transportation experience is not required and we will train on freight billing, AR processes, portals, and SET procedures.