Financial Operations Associate (1)

About PSA BDP

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.

We offer dynamic careers for those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.

PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within the chemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.

Job Description:

• Transaction Processing
• Depending on the assigned process, responsibilities may include:
• Accounts Payable (AP) - Process vendor invoices and credit notes. Verify invoice details and supporting documents. Assist in vendor payment processing. Respond to vendor queries.
• Accounts Receivable (AR) Create and process customer invoices. Apply customer receipts and payments. Follow up on outstanding receivables. Support customer account reconciliations.
• Record-to-Report (R2R) Assist in preparing journal entries. Support account reconciliations. Maintain accounting records and supporting documents.  Assist during month-end close activities.
• General Ledger (GL) Record financial transactions. Prepare basic reconciliations and reports. Support financial reporting activities.
• Data Accuracy & Compliance. Ensure transactions are processed accurately and timely. Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Maintain documentation and audit trails. Comply with company policies and internal controls.
• Query Resolution - Respond to internal and external customer inquiries. Investigate and resolve routine process-related issues. Escalate complex issues to Senior Associates or Team Leads.
• Reporting & Documentation - Update process trackers and operational reports. Maintain records and process documentation. Assist in preparing routine management reports.
• Continuous Learning & Improvement - Learn finance processes, systems, and controls. Participate in training programs and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Suggest improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Experience and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Mathematics.
• Years of Experience: 0 – 3 years
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with MS Excel.
• Analytical Thinking: An operations-first mindset with the ability to spot discrepancies and propose solutions before they compound.
• Soft Skills: Clear cross-functional communication and strong organizational capabilities to manage multiple deadlines