Accountant II

Location: Nashville, TN

Yusen Terminals LLC (“YTI”), based in Terminal Island (Los Angeles), CA, is wholly owned by Ocean Network Express (ONE), with office headquarters in Singapore.

YTI operates a state-of-the-art marine container terminal in the Port of Los Angeles. YTI was established in 1991 at the Port’s Berths 212-218. The services we provide are stevedoring and terminal operations for The Alliance (ONE, Hapag Lloyd, HMM and Yang Ming) as well as slot chartering from Evergreen, CMA-CGM, APL, COSCO and OOCL. As a full-service marine terminal, YTI provides modern technology, equipment, on-dock rail, storage facilities and Alternative Maritime Power (AMP®). YTI’s highly experienced management team are devoted to efficient cargo handling with a focus on service delivery and customer satisfaction. We currently operate eleven Post Panamax Gantry cranes including six state-of-the-art Super Post Panamax Gantry cranes. YTI is focused on giving all our customers a reliable “Best-in-Class” service delivery as well as a complete suite of marine terminal services to the shipping and transportation community.

Do you dream of working in a job where you can be valued from Day One by your contribution? Yusen Terminals LLC is a place where our people are encouraged to grow and be successful in a thriving industry. If you are someone who likes working in a high energy environment, then Yusen Terminals LLC is the place for you!

According to a 2023 report from the HEA Group, a higher education research and consulting agency, Marine Transportation is #4 in the top 10 of the highest paying majors in 2023!

We have the right environment and continual development, and we reward performance for anyone that performs!

We offer excellent comprehensive benefits with full company paid medical.

If you see today’s supply chain challenges as an opportunity to get creative without sacrificing quality, Yusen Terminals LLC is a place where our people enjoy new challenges and opportunities to grow and be successful in a thriving industry. If you are someone who likes working in a high energy, fast paced, and dynamic environment then Yusen Terminals LLC is the place for you!

We are currently seeking an Accountant II in our Nashville office reporting to the General Manager, Finance and Accounting. This position will be responsible for safeguarding the company’s financial assets. The Accountant II will maintain a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers.

Overview:

The Accountant II, will apply independent judgment and discretion, is responsible for performing various accounting functions in the areas of general accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable and contract evaluations. These functions are directly related to the administrative operations of Yusen Terminals.

What you will do:

General Accounting

•  Prepares materials for internal and external reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis.
•  Prepares balance sheet account reconciliations and follow-up on reconciling items.
•  Prepares various reconciliations and analysis of account activity.
•  Provides key accounting support for the annual financial statement audit, as well as periodic internal audits
•  Develops Improvements to and documentation of general accounting processes for assigned areas.
•  Works closely with business leaders to develop and improve accounting policies, procedures and controls. Provides accounting support as needed.
•  Contributes to monthly, quarterly, and annual corporate financial reporting.
•  Provides support for the annual external audit by preparing schedules with supporting documentation.
•  Provides support for annual corporate tax reporting.
•  Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly; verifies deposits; and addresses inquiries from banks.
•  Answers accounting and financial questions from senior management by researching and interpreting data.
•  Verification that invoices are charged to appropriate accounts.
•  Provides support for various ad hoc analyses and projects as needed.

Accounts Receivable/Billing

•  In collaboration with AR and Billing Manager, reviews current billing processes and systems, to determine processes and/or system enhancements needed to improve efficiency and   remediate areas that produce billing discrepancies.
•  In conjunction with the AR and Billing Manager, develops efficiencies for the Finance department to ensure accurate and timely invoicing.
•  Manages the full billing process, including the analysis of revenue reports to understand and resolve unbilled balances.
•  Provides support for other AR areas, such as cash applications and final close outs.
•  Reconciles outstanding receivables on a scheduled basis and performs related research and analysis to determine appropriate course of action, including recreating or revising bills;   recommends changes to enhance receivables process.
•  Identifies efficiency opportunities that directly impact AR and billing strategies and practices.
•  Develops, executes, and analyzes reports to convey key data to senior management, providing insight into root causes of billing issues and making recommendations on strategies to address and resolve issues.
•  Provides support for month-end, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting as they relate to AR and billing data and trends.
•  Regularly updates, maintains, and provides ongoing reports to senior management and stakeholders, inside and outside of the company.
•  Utilizes multiple computer-based reporting systems in order to provide necessary information related to AR and billing and operational functions.
•  Prioritize duties for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
•  Troubleshoots problems while simultaneously performing day-to-day job duties.
•  Provides support for senior management, other department staff, including by providing financial and operational data, and communicating with necessary outside parties.

Accounts Payable

•  Reconciles accounts payable total and general ledger.
•  Ensures proper recordkeeping of purchases for use in tax preparation and audits.
•  Ensures employer identification numbers or social security numbers have been collected from all vendors for the preparation and issuance of 1099s.
•  Ensures proper maintenance, filing and storage of records in case of audits.
•  Provides support for maintenance of accounts payable systems in collaboration with Accounting Department.
•  Identifies and designs accounts payable process improvements and best practices, driving improved customer service levels and eliminating unnecessary errors.
•  Monitors and ensures that accounts payable related transactions are processed in compliance with external and internal policies.
•  Maintains up-to-date knowledge of relevant rules and laws that govern the accounts payable administration practices.
•  Applies professional and technical knowledge, skills, and judgment to ensure accurate and timely processing of accounts payable.
•  Ensures reconciliation of errors and maintenance of all vendor records and supporting documents and files.
•  Assists GM, Accounting & Finance with data integrity by ensuring accuracy of vendor payments and cost/expense allocations and entries in collaboration with Accounting Department.
•  Drives the resolution for technical, system or accounts payable issues. Monitors system reports and notifies GM of Finance and Accounting of problems or errors.
•  Identifies enhancements for system reporting to provide relevant and timely data and analyses. Uses analytical skills to create metrics to provide to business partners to assist in     critical business decisions.
•  Communicates with internal and external customers on accounts payable policies and procedures to ensure smooth ongoing operations.
•  Ensures accounts payable inquiries are resolved in a timely, equitable and courteous and accurate resolution.
•  Provides support for accounts payable month-end/year-end duties, accruals, and reporting in collaboration with the Accounting Manager and GM Finance and Accounting.
•  Maintains exceptional attention to detail.
•  Manages accounts payable aging, forecasting, and vendor relations.
•  Reviews operating metrics to identify root causes of performance issues or accounts payable related risks and recommends changes to improve any related issues.
•  Collaborates with the operating teams and external vendors to resolve invoice variances and vendor disputes.
•  Utilizes organizational and prioritizing skills to manage multiple ongoing projects.
•  Ensures timely and accurate accounts payable reporting including monthly, quarterly, and year-end requirements, such as 1099 reporting, and various audit and compliance reports.
•  Provides contract support and evaluation
•  General: performs other duties as assigned
•  Ensures strict confidentiality of financial records.

What you will bring:

•  Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or finance, preferred, combination of education and experience, acceptable.
•  A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in general accounting, general ledger, accounting principles and procedures.
•  Independent thought process; self-starter; experience working in a fast-paced environment.
•  Ability to prioritize tasks and complete work within established deadlines.
•  Takes ownership and makes recommendations on delivering efficiencies and bringing improvements.
•  Detail-oriented with a high sense of urgency.
•  Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
•  Exceptional analytical and technical skills. Intermediate Excel experience, including Pivot Tables, V-Look-up, etc.
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•  A proactive person who can multitask, think creatively, and learn quickly in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
•  Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and extended hours during critical periods.

Our Benefits 

We have built a team who love what they do and share a passion for the terminal business. We encourage continuous learning and improvement, share knowledge and ideas freely, and have a dynamic and open culture. And, if that is not enough, how about this list:

•  Work for a company in one of the coolest industries in the world.
•  Great leadership team that truly believes in people and treating them well
•  Paid-Time-Off – 21 days to start as a new hire.
•  100% company-paid medical, dental, vision for employee and family
•  Flexible Spending Accounts
•  STD/LTD
•  Life Insurance
•  401k with company match
•  Pension Plan
•  Group Legal
•  EAP services

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. Our team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.