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Accounting Specialist (Logistics Accounting)Nationwide Transport Services • Fort Lauderdale, FL, US
Accounting Specialist (Logistics Accounting)

Accounting Specialist (Logistics Accounting)

Nationwide Transport Services • Fort Lauderdale, FL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $55,000 - $75,000 per year (Base Salary)

About Nationwide Transport Services

Nationwide Transport Services (NTS) is a leading logistics brokerage specializing in heavy equipment, freight, containers, vehicles, and specialized loads across North America.

With over 16 years of experience, 130+ logistics experts, and 23,000+ vetted carriers, we manage thousands of shipments annually through trusted brands such as HeavyHaulers.com, HeavyEquipmentTransport.com, and ContainerTransport.com.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process and record logistics-related transactions, including carrier invoices, freight payments, and adjustments for domestic and international shipments
  • Manage accounts receivable (AR) processes, including generating invoices for clients, tracking payment terms, and ensuring timely collections on outstanding balances
  • Oversee collections efforts, proactively contacting clients to resolve past-due accounts, negotiate payment plans, and minimize bad debt in alignment with NTSs customer-first approach
  • Analyze transportation costs, expenditures, and carrier rates to identify cost-saving opportunities and support budgeting for heavy haul and oversized load services
  • Reconcile accounts payable / receivable, monitor aging reports for shippers and carriers, and ensure accurate financial reporting for logistics operations
  • Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, and regulatory reports specific to trucking and logistics, including compliance with DOT regulations and customs documentation
  • Collaborate with operations teams across our U.S. offices (FL, KY, OH) to resolve discrepancies in shipment accounting and provide data-driven insights for customized client solutions
  • Assist with monthly / quarterly closings, audits, and forecasting to maintain financial accuracy in a fast-paced brokerage environment
  • Support automation of accounting processes using tools like QuickBooks or ERP systems to streamline carrier payments, AR, and collections workflows
  • Monitor KPIs for logistics performance, such as on-time delivery costs and fuel surcharges, to contribute to NTS's commitment to reliable, cost-effective services

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Experience in logistics accounting is more important for the role
  • 1+ years of accounting experience in logistics, trucking, or third-party brokerage, with hands-on knowledge of freight billing, carrier payments, AR, and collections
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Excel with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables) and familiarity with transportation-specific tools
  • Strong understanding of GAAP principles, regulatory compliance (e.g., FMCSA, customs for exports), and industry-specific metrics like load rates and detention fees
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle high-volume data in a deadline-driven setting
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