Nippon Express USA

Accounting Processor

Job Locations US-NJ-Secaucus
ID 2025-2102
Category
Finance & Accounting
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo.  NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. 

Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. (“NEU”) was incorporated in New York in 1962 as a fully owned subsidiary of NX.  NEU provides logistics solutions and comprehensive transportation services through its international freight forwarding and logistics network, including specialized handling of: air, land, sea and express packages; all types and sizes of cargo; personal effects and household goods; fragile and perishable freight; and livestock.  NEU also provides related services, such as warehousing, distribution and customs brokerage and clearance. NEU operates at 55 locations in 27 states within the U.S., with approximately 1300 employees.  NEU has enjoyed tremendous growth and success as one of the top five international freight forwarders in the world. We connect people with products throughout the world.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our Accounts Receivable team as an Entry-Level Accounting Processor. This role is ideal for recent graduates or individuals with basic accounting knowledge looking to start a career in Accounting. You will assist in processing incoming payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the AR team in daily operations.

 

Essential Duties

 

  • Process and post customer payments (received via ACH, Lockbox and Credit Card) accurately and timely
  • Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintain organized records of transactions and documentation.
  • Communicate with customers and branches regarding any issue of payments.
  • Support month-end closing activities.
  • Collaborate with internal groups and departments to resolve any issues of payments.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks, duties, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required. Percentages are approximate and may vary based on the specific job requirements at each location.

 

 

Salary - $21.00-$23.00 hourly 

 

This salary range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.  At NEU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (SAP).
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Organization Relationships:

 

Reports to the Accounting Manager

 

Work Environment:

 

(With or without accommodations) This position is predominantly sedentary office work, which involves sitting, typing, filing, and conversing on the phone.

 

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities and working conditions of the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

 

Nippon Express offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month after 30 days.
  • 401k with a company match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, HSA, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Auto and Home policies, Commuter Benefits, and much more.
  • Generous Vacation and Sick time.

 

Nippon Express USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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