Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist

Description

Keep the numbers right and the business moving.

Five Star Trucking is a family-owned logistics company specializing in freight brokerage and transportation services. For nearly 50 years, we've helped manufacturers, distributors, and retailers move freight across the country while building a reputation for reliability, service, and long-term partnerships.

Whether you're looking to build on your existing experience or expand your accounting skills in a new industry, you'll gain hands-on experience, work alongside a supportive team, and develop valuable skills while helping keep our business moving.

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Join the Five Star Trucking team and put your organizational skills, attention to detail, and love of working with numbers to work. 

Why Join Five Star Trucking?

• Develop your accounting and accounts receivable skills while gaining hands-on experience.
• Learn how the financial side of a transportation business works, with exposure to billing, payments, customer accounts, and reporting.
• Work alongside an experienced, collaborative team that values sharing knowledge and helping employees grow.
• Gain experience working with different departments and develop skills that can support your future career growth.
• Enjoy the stability of a family-owned company with nearly 50 years in the industry, along with competitive benefits and a 401(k) with company match.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and process customer invoices by matching and reviewing supporting documentation and customer billing instructions to ensure invoices are accurate, complete, and submitted correctly. 
• Receive and apply customer payments, research unapplied cash, resolve payment discrepancies, and reconcile customer accounts and daily bank deposits.
• Monitor outstanding customer balances, follow up on past-due payments, and respond to customer billing questions. Research discrepancies and coordinate corrections or credits as needed.
• Maintain customer billing information and update rates in the Transportation Management System (TMS), the software used to manage transportation and shipment information.
• Prepare accounts receivable reports, complete month-end reconciliations, and organize supporting documentation for financial reporting and audits.
• Assist with preparing payment settlements for independent contractors and carriers who provide transportation services.
• Partner with Sales, Account Management, Operations, and Finance to resolve billing issues, keep processes running smoothly, and provide additional accounting support as needed.

Requirements

What You Bring

• Availability to work onsite Monday – Friday.
• 2–3 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, bookkeeping, or general accounting preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and experience maintaining financial records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Suite, particularly Excel/Sheets, and the ability to learn accounting software and business systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and take ownership of responsibilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is primarily an office-based position requiring extended periods of sitting and regular use of a computer and other office equipment. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting of up to 15 pounds may be required. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Five Star Trucking is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.