Accounting Coordinator

Accounting Coordinator COMPANY SUMMARY Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike. JOB PURPOSE The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that the necessary job duties and tasks are completed per the company’s accounting department requirements. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Respond to inquiries from carriers on rate verification, pay status, etc. Processing AR billing/collection Contact carriers on missing documents Print carrier invoices and shipment breakdown as needed Answer the phone for carrier requests and print AP emails as needed Filing of paid Invoices for Pero Transport Pulling requested PODs for PFFFC Update outside carrier mailing information Review and update Ippolito’s invoice discrepancies Follow-up on OS/D issues Process and pay all quick pays for outside carriers Truck Claims involving insurance companies Assist the Assistant Accounting Manager with the required job duties and tasks requested EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION 1-3 years of transportation industry experience is preferred High School diploma or equivalent required Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to complete multiple, complex, tasks and assignments Outstanding oral and written communications skills are required Ability to conduct difficult conversation with carriers Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Oracle Business Intelligence Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS 401(k) Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more Paid Time Off (PTO)