Accounts Receivable Specialist - Lynden Incorporated

Lynden Incorporated is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to work as part of our SeaTac, WA team. In this role, you will operate in a shared services environment handling cash application functions across 20 Lynden Companies. Our team works closely with Treasury, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Tax, and Financial Controllers to ensure seamless processing of all cash-related transactions. This position is not safety sensitive.

Who we are: 

Lynden is a family-owned transportation and logistics company that allows our customers to balance speed and budget by shipping via air, land, or sea. As a corporate office with 200 employees, we support 20 Lynden companies with over 2,500 employees. With not having a layoff in 40+ years, we offer you job stability in a career that will be an adventure!

What you will be doing:

• Apply cash timely and accurately for customer payments and other receipts.
• Audit daily transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Research and locate remittance advices for unidentified payments.
• Practice safeguards and controls relating to bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial data.
• Collaborate effectively with management, sister companies and all other departments within Lynden.
• Maintain a high level of customer service and quick response times to meet service level standards.

What we need from you (minimum requirements):

• Minimum of 1 year of accounts receivable, accounting, or administrative office experience or Associates of Arts in Business Administration
• Able to manage and organize multiple deadlines, phone calls, and emails.

Preference if you also have:

• Experience with financial Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software; Workday a plus.
• Experience with cash application automation software; High Radius a plus.
• Experience in transportation or logistics.
• Working as part of a shared service team.

Your work schedule: 

• Hybrid schedule with minimum 3 days onsite at our corporate office and 2 days offsite.
  • Live within commuting distance to SeaTac, WA. 
  • This position is not eligible for relocation.
• Available core hours Monday – Friday.
  • Occasionally may be required to work hours outside the normal schedule. 
     

Perks of working at Lynden Incorporated: 

• We work in a casual office setting with an on-site gym.
• Easy access to Link Light Rail or free onsite parking.
• Our atmosphere is enjoyable and results-driven but focused on balancing life, health, and well-being.
   

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus: discretionary bonus program
• Career development: annual wage reviews with advancement through internal promotions.
• Medical insurance: 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month.
• Dental & vision: low employee payroll deduction.
• Health insurance for your family: cover your entire family with medical, dental and vision for as low as $222/month.
• Healthcare savings account: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Time Off: 17 days paid time off a year + additional paid extended leave. PTO days increase with years of service.
• Paid holidays: 8 paid holidays a year in addition to your PTO.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched + additional annual retirement contribution.
• Employee assistance program: no cost to you
• Life insurance, long term disability, and AD&D: no cost to you
• Tuition reimbursement program: up to $3,500 a year
• Mass transportation reimbursement program:  up to $135 per month

Fine Print:

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background and pre-employment drug screen, excluding marijuana where prohibited by law. Random drug testing is required for all Lynden Incorporated employees, excluding marijuana from non-safety sensitive positions in Washington.

Lynden Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer.

Lynden Incorporated does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship or immigration status, age, national origin, the presence of any physical, mental, or sensory disability, gender identity, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, political ideology, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Veterans and underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.