Staff Accountant

For more than 20 years, 1st Choice Delivery has provided technology-enabled final-mile and customized delivery solutions across the United States. Serving customers in the healthcare, retail, eCommerce, and wholesale distribution industries, the company offers scheduled and routed delivery, on-demand, expedited, less-than-truckload, and full-truckload services. Through its broad operating network, flexible delivery model, and proprietary technology that provides real-time shipment visibility, 1st Choice Delivery helps businesses move time-sensitive products reliably, efficiently, and with a strong focus on service.

The ideal candidate will embody our company's Non-Negotiables:

• Walk in Humble Confidence- We are experts at what we do, but we never assume we know everything
• Be Open, Honest and Respectful- We say what has to be said in a tactful, courteous way
• Be Fearless- We never fail, we only learn
• We are One Team- We achieve more together by collaboration and consensus
• Delivery on Commitments- We do what we say we will do
• We have a Passion to Serve- We are dedicated, hardworking individuals who provide exceptional service to our customers and to each other
• We put Safety First- We prioritize the safety of our team members and customers above all else in our business
• We Strive for Operational Excellence- We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvements, driving quality and productivity

Position Summary:

The Accounting Specialist supports the day-to-day accounting activities of 1st Choice Delivery, with responsibilities spanning accounts receivable, cash application, accounts payable, and carrier payments. This role is responsible for processing and applying payments, reviewing and processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate accounting records while partnering with Billing, Accounting, and other internal teams to ensure transactions are completed accurately and within established deadlines.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in accounting systems and Excel. This role requires someone who can work independently, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, and proactively investigate issues to identify answers and drive them through resolution with minimal supervision.

Essential Duties and Key Deliverables:

• Process and apply customer payments received via ACH, check, and other payment methods accurately and promptly in accordance with business needs and established deadlines
• Review customer remittance information and supporting documentation to appropriately apply payments and resolve unapplied cash or payment discrepancies
• Research transaction discrepancies and follow through with internal partners to obtain the information needed for resolution
• Review and interpret customer remittance files and Excel spreadsheets and prepare data for entry or upload into Net Suite
• Process routine invoices and operating expenses, including utilities, rent, repairs, capital expenditures, and other general business expenses
• Process invoices through Net Suite, including invoices routed for review and approval through Net Suite Bill Capture
• Process carrier settlements and carrier-related payments accurately and within established deadlines, researching and resolving issues as needed
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation and assist with account reconciliations and other accounting activities as needed

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of two years of experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash application, accounting administration, or a related accounting function
• Experience working within an accounting or ERP system
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to review and interpret spreadsheets, work with remittance data, and prepare information for system entry or upload
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and timely follow-through
• Strong problem-solving and research skills with the ability to independently investigate issues, identify solutions, and drive items through resolution
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of responsibilities with minimal…