Accounting Assistant

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Accounting Assistant handling accounts payable inquiries, ensuring timely resolutions, and supporting vendor relationships at DSV. Required experience in accounting or customer service with strong analytical skills.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeIselin • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $21 - $28 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and respond to a high volume of accounts payable inquiries from vendors and internal teams, ensuring timely and accurate resolution
Research outstanding invoices in SAP to determine payment status and identify reasons for delays or discrepancies
Review vendor-provided aging and past-due reports to ensure all invoices are accounted for and properly recorded
Post invoices in SAP as needed, including correcting and reversing inaccurate entries and ensuring proper reprocessing
Proactively identify root causes of recurring issues and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency
Escalate complex or unresolved issues to management with appropriate documentation and analysis
Deliver excellent customer service by collaborating across departments and influencing resolution when issues fall outside AP
Monitor and analyze AP aging reports; assist with reconciliation of the AP sub-ledger
Reconcile vendor statements and maintain accurate vendor account records
Support vendor compliance and maintain positive vendor relationships
Provide guidance and support to operations teams on AP-related inquiries and processes
Assist with special projects, reporting, and other duties as assigned by AP leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable, accounting, or customer service
Experience in a shared services environment is a plus
Strong customer service mindset with the ability to handle high-volume inquiries professionally and efficiently
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence outcomes
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase.
Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

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Hard Skills & Tools

accounts payableinvoice processingreconciliationdata analysisproblem-solvingattention to detailcustomer servicefinancial reportingSAPERP systems

Soft Skills

communicationtime managementadaptabilitycollaborationinfluencingprofessionalismanalytical thinkingprioritizationcustomer service mindsetcross-functional teamwork

Certifications

Associate’s degree in AccountingAssociate’s degree in Finance