What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant_HCS position at HC SCHMIEDING PRODUCE COMPANY LLC?
Schmieding Produce is an established produce grower, shipper, and logistics company headquartered in Springdale. With 90 years in the produce industry, we have built long-standing relationships with growers, customers, and transportation partners across the country. Our success is driven by a commitment to reliability, strong partnerships, and high service standards.
Schmieding Produce is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. This role involves processing invoices, reviewing billing data for accuracy, and assisting with daily accounting and administrative tasks to ensure smooth financial operations.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with invoices, entering detailed data accurately, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process accounts payable invoices from freight carriers
- Review and verify accuracy of freight carrier invoices before payment
- Assist with payment processing and vendor communications
- Invoice assigned logistics customers and assist with customer inquiries
- Collect and distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing vendor payments
- Support the accounting team with special projects and additional tasks as assigned
- Support Carrier Relations in carrier vetting
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Two or more years of accounting experience, or equivalent accounting education/training
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365
- High level of attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in logistics accounting
- Experience using Microsoft Dynamics SL
- Experience using MercuryGate or FreightFlow