About this role
Role Overview
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist to join our remote team on a full-time basis. This role focuses primarily on Accounts Receivable (approximately 80%) and partial Billing functions (approximately 20%), though this split may fluctuate based on staffing needs. For example, if a team member is on PTO, this individual may be required to temporarily take on full AR or full Billing responsibilities until that employee returns.
Key Responsibilities
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Accounts Receivable
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Pull and review Accounts Receivable information and Statements of Account (SOA) in QuickBooks Online for customers with past due balances
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Monitor AR aging and proactively follow up with customers on outstanding invoices via Microsoft Outlook
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Send updated SOAs and aging reports to customers in a timely and professional manner
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Process and apply incoming payments, keeping accounts accurate and current
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Flag aged or high-risk accounts to management and support escalation as needed
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Billing
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Review and complete invoice charges in Crown, the company’s transportation management and billing software
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Send invoices to customers through Crown
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Prepare Excel reports of invoiced jobs for upload into QuickBooks Online (coordinating with Honie)
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Communicate with customers regarding billing information for completed jobs via Microsoft Outlook
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Maintain accurate and organised billing records
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Note: Responsibilities are not limited to those listed above.
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Software & Tools
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QuickBooks Online (QBO)
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Primarily used to extract Accounts Receivable information and Statements of Account (SOA) for customers with past due balances. Use is relatively limited and can be taught.
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Microsoft Outlook
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Primary communication tool for contacting customers regarding outstanding invoices, following up on past due accounts, and providing billing information for completed jobs.
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Crown
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Transportation management and billing software. Responsibilities include reviewing and completing invoice charges, sending invoices to customers, and preparing Excel reports of invoiced jobs for QBO upload. Experience with Crown is a significant advantage, as it is the most specialised platform in this role.
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Microsoft Excel
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Used to prepare invoiced job reports for upload into QuickBooks Online.
Requirements
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Proven experience in accounts receivable, billing, or collections
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with financial data and documentation
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Confident, professional written communication skills for client-facing follow-ups
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Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven remote environment
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Reliable internet connection and a quiet, dedicated remote working setup
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Availability to temporarily expand scope and cover full AR or Billing functions during team absences
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Nice to Have
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Experience with Crown transportation management software (considered a significant advantage)
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Background in freight, logistics, or import/export billing
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Familiarity with bonded cargo, MAWB/HAWB documentation, or customs-related charges
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Prior experience working with US-based clients in an EST-aligned shift
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Schedule & Logistics
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Schedule: Full-time, remote
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Time zone: EST alignment required
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Start date: Immediate / as soon as a suitable candidate is identified