CJ Logistics America
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Administrator
CJ Logistics America, Des Plaines, Illinois, us, 60019
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Administrator
Join CJ Logistics America as an Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Administrator. If you’re detail-driven, solutions-oriented, and passionate about Accounts Payable and Receivable, you’ll join a global team empowered to keep the supply chain moving in freight forwarding and logistics.
Overview Join CJ Logistics – Where Your Passion for Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Meets Global Impact. We’re building a global team empowered to keep the supply chain moving. This role thrives in a fast-paced environment and supports freight forwarding and logistics.
Position Overview As an Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Administrator, you’ll play a critical support role within our Freight Forwarding operations, managing financial transactions and partnering with regional teams across the business. Your work ensures accurate financial reporting, timely payments to essential vendors, and a seamless month-end close process. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely recording of expenses and revenue, while facilitating urgent payments to critical supplier partners to maintain uninterrupted business operations.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Process ad-hoc Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions as requested by Operations.
Investigate and resolve posting discrepancies in the ERP system using appropriate transaction codes.
Manage the Monday board to track requests and execute time-sensitive payments to essential vendors (e.g., ports, customs agencies, airlines, carriers).
Generate weekly reports on open Purchase Orders and Sales Orders to provide visibility on outstanding items.
Reconcile payments processed through third-party platforms, ensuring prompt and accurate entry into financial systems.
Partner with the A/P Manager on month-end close activities related to the ERP and operational systems.
Support invoice processing for warehouse operations through the Coupa platform.
Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a financial or accounting support role
Basic understanding of general accounting principles including debits, credits, accruals, and reconciliations
Familiarity with invoice processing platforms (e.g., Coupa)
Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
Strong attention to detail with the ability to shift priorities based on business needs
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external partners
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field
Prior experience in Freight Forwarding or logistics operations
Physical Requirements This is a largely sedentary role requiring the ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk, use a keyboard and mouse, and speak and hear clearly. Occasional movement includes standing, walking, reaching, stooping, or lifting up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment The position operates in a professional office environment with standard office equipment. The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and climate-controlled.
Location This is an on-site role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular on-site presence is required or as otherwise directed by the company.
Schedule Standard office hours are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. There may be flexibility regarding start and end times. Work hours may vary and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. Candidates must live within a commutable distance of Des Plaines, IL.
Pay, Benefits and More
Hourly range: $18.27-$24.31 per hour
Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k), life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO, and more
Growing company with a strong performance record
Laid-back and open-door work environment
High-performance culture with a growth mindset and continuous improvement
Opportunity for advancement
How to Apply Candidates must complete an application at: https://jobs.jobvite.com/cjlogisticsamerica/jobs
Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and relies on the diverse skills, backgrounds and perspectives of its people to drive change, innovation and growth. The Company prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment and must be reported to Human Resources in case of violations.
This job description is intended to describe the essential functions of the position and is not an all-inclusive list of duties. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Overview Join CJ Logistics – Where Your Passion for Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Meets Global Impact. We’re building a global team empowered to keep the supply chain moving. This role thrives in a fast-paced environment and supports freight forwarding and logistics.
Position Overview As an Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Administrator, you’ll play a critical support role within our Freight Forwarding operations, managing financial transactions and partnering with regional teams across the business. Your work ensures accurate financial reporting, timely payments to essential vendors, and a seamless month-end close process. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely recording of expenses and revenue, while facilitating urgent payments to critical supplier partners to maintain uninterrupted business operations.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Process ad-hoc Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions as requested by Operations.
Investigate and resolve posting discrepancies in the ERP system using appropriate transaction codes.
Manage the Monday board to track requests and execute time-sensitive payments to essential vendors (e.g., ports, customs agencies, airlines, carriers).
Generate weekly reports on open Purchase Orders and Sales Orders to provide visibility on outstanding items.
Reconcile payments processed through third-party platforms, ensuring prompt and accurate entry into financial systems.
Partner with the A/P Manager on month-end close activities related to the ERP and operational systems.
Support invoice processing for warehouse operations through the Coupa platform.
Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a financial or accounting support role
Basic understanding of general accounting principles including debits, credits, accruals, and reconciliations
Familiarity with invoice processing platforms (e.g., Coupa)
Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
Strong attention to detail with the ability to shift priorities based on business needs
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external partners
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field
Prior experience in Freight Forwarding or logistics operations
Physical Requirements This is a largely sedentary role requiring the ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk, use a keyboard and mouse, and speak and hear clearly. Occasional movement includes standing, walking, reaching, stooping, or lifting up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment The position operates in a professional office environment with standard office equipment. The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and climate-controlled.
Location This is an on-site role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular on-site presence is required or as otherwise directed by the company.
Schedule Standard office hours are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. There may be flexibility regarding start and end times. Work hours may vary and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. Candidates must live within a commutable distance of Des Plaines, IL.
Pay, Benefits and More
Hourly range: $18.27-$24.31 per hour
Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k), life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO, and more
Growing company with a strong performance record
Laid-back and open-door work environment
High-performance culture with a growth mindset and continuous improvement
Opportunity for advancement
How to Apply Candidates must complete an application at: https://jobs.jobvite.com/cjlogisticsamerica/jobs
Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and relies on the diverse skills, backgrounds and perspectives of its people to drive change, innovation and growth. The Company prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment and must be reported to Human Resources in case of violations.
This job description is intended to describe the essential functions of the position and is not an all-inclusive list of duties. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
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