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Accounts Receivable Specialist

@ Kuehne+Nagel

Vancouver, British Columbia

1+ years experience
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Overview

Kuehne+Nagel is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations of its Knowledge Center, focused on cash flow, reducing DSO and minimizing overdue balances. The role involves daily customer communication, collections, reconciliations and management reporting. The target base salary is $52,000 to $57,000, with health and dental benefits and a retirement savings plan.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage accounts receivable portfolio and collect overdue balances
  • Communicate daily with customers on billing and payment issues
  • Monitor and report on overdue accounts and trends
  • Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies
  • Report financial performance to management

Requirements summary:

  • College diploma or university degree in business, finance or related field
  • 1+ years of credit or collections experience
  • 1+ years of customer service experience
  • Intermediate or advanced Excel with pivot tables
  • Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planTuition support
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-10
First seen by our source
2026-10-30
Source record updated
2026-11-11

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Experience1+ years
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyBusiness, Finance
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Tuition support, Paid training

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Kuehne+Nagel

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We shape the world of logistics by connecting people and goods through innovative and sustainable logistics solutions.

Full company description

With more than 82,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics providers. Headquartered in Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel is listed in the Swiss blue-chip stock market index, the SMI. The Group is the global number one in air and sea logistics and has strong market positions in road and contract logistics. Kuehne+Nagel is the logistics partner of choice for 400,000 customers worldwide. Using its global network, logistics expertise and data-based insights, the Group provides end-to-end supply chain solutions for global companies and industries.

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People associated on LinkedIn
51,711
Reported office locations
  • Kuehne + Nagel, Dorfstrasse 50, Schindellegi, Schwyz 8834, CH
Other recorded names
  • Kühne + Nagel
  • Kuehne Nagel
  • Kuehne + Nagel Ltd.
  • Kuehne + Nagel Servicios S.A.S
  • Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
  • KN Shared Service Centre S.A.
  • Kuehne+Nagel
Specialties
  • SeaLogistics
  • AirLogistics
  • RoadLogistics
  • ContractLogistics
  • 4PL
  • RenewableEnergyLogistics
  • HealthcareLogistics
  • eCommerceFulfilment
  • and SustainableLogistics
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With more than 82,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics providers. Headquartered in Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel is listed in the Swiss blue-chip stock market index, the SMI. The Group is the global number one in air and sea logistics and has strong market positions in road and contract logistics. Kuehne+Nagel is the logistics…

FieldValue
IndustryTransportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersSchindellegi, Schwyz
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1890
SpecialtiesSeaLogisticsAirLogisticsRoadLogisticsContractLogistics4PLRenewableEnergyLogisticsHealthcareLogisticseCommerceFulfilmentand SustainableLogistics
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Job description

It's more than a job

As a finance professional at Kuehne+Nagel, your work includes managing budgets, strategic planning, and overseeing financial operations. You also help make ordinary and special moments possible for people around the world. Because your financial diligence allows your colleagues across the company to stay focused on the core of their work, whether it's getting vital healthcare products to those who need them or fresh fruit to children playing in the park. Finance work at Kuehne+Nagel, means more than we imagine.

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How you create impact

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the Knowledge Center, with a focus on maximizing cash flow, reducing Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and minimizing overdue balances. This role proactively identifies and mitigates current and potential business risks while implementing and adhering to processes that support operational efficiency, financial performance, and sustainable business growth.

  • Manage and maintain the Accounts Receivable portfolio, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances and minimizing aged receivables.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for customers, Business Units, and Sales Representatives, fostering strong relationships and effective communication.
  • Communicate daily with customers to resolve billing inquiries, payment issues, disputes, and account concerns.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service by providing timely and professional support, helping drive customer satisfaction and enhance the overall customer experience.
  • Perform general accounting and credit control activities to support the achievement of financial objectives while maintaining accurate records and sound bookkeeping practices.
  • Monitor, analyze, and report on overdue accounts, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
  • Support account reconciliation efforts by researching and resolving discrepancies and matching customer accounts as needed.
  • Provide reporting and insights to management regarding financial performance, including billing, gross profit, shipment volumes, collections, and overall business health.
  • Partner closely with Business Units and Sales Representatives to identify and address root causes of issues such as billing inaccuracies, disputes, and process inefficiencies.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by recommending enhancements to collections, billing, and customer service processes.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting relates to an available role and not a future talent pool.

What we would like you to bring

  • College Diploma or University Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
  • Credit Certification is considered a strong asset

1+ years of experience in Credit and/or Collections

  • 1+ years of customer service experience

  • Intermediate or advanced competency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables).
  • Strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills

  • Hands-on team player with strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to approach challenges from multiple perspectives

  • Self-motivated with a strong personal drive, growth mindset, and ability to follow tasks through to completion

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • What's in it for you

    At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The target base salary range for this position is between $52,000 and $57,000. Base salary is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and dental benefits, a retirement savings plan, and tuition reimbursement. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support portions of the recruitment process, such as reviewing application materials or assisting with scheduling. These tools analyze information to help inform decision making; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. #LI-TD1

    Who we are

    Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

    As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

    We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.

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