Senior Freight Audit Associate

Company: HD Supply
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

Company Overview HD Supply (NASDAQ:HDS) ( www.hdsupply.com ) is one of the largest industrial distributors in North America. The company provides a broad range of products and value-add services to approximately 500,000 customers with leadership positions in maintenance, repair and operations and specialty construction sectors. Through approximately 260 locations across 36 states and six Canadian provinces, the company's approximately 11,000 associates provide localized, customer-driven services including jobsite delivery, will call or direct-ship options, diversified logistics and innovative solutions that contribute to its customers' success. With an active commitment to the communities in which we operate, HD Supply associates are part of a thriving organization that supports the virtues of wellness, diversity and inclusion - all of which are top priorities for the company. Equally as important is empowering our associates to grow professionally while providing competitive benefits and compensation. If you're ready to find a rewarding career and achieve your full potential with a growing industry leader, HD Supply is ready for you! Job Description & Qualifications Job Summary Oversees freight transportation account payment processes, invoice entries, expense coding, claims processes, payment and refund audits, and voucher preparations by following established accounting policies and procedures. Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Manages freight invoices within the transportation management system. Files freight claims against carriers and maintains historical records for reporting. Codes invoices, researches and reconciles customer or vendor information, and processes transactions to ensure quality output and timely invoice payments.
• Conducts research and reconciliation functions in order to update and maintain account information.
• Maintains communications with vendors and local and national transportation coordinators.
• Monitors and flags expense reports for policy exceptions or violations.
• Researches and routes unscanned mail to business lines for processing.
• Ensures functional best practices are followed, identifies areas of process improvement, and serves as an internal resource for junior associates.
• Performs additional functions to support the transportation and accounts payable departments as needed. Nature and Scope
  • May modify processes to resolve situations.
  • Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies. Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process.
  • Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority. Work Environment
    • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
    • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
    • Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time Education and Experience
      • Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas. Generally 5-7 years of experience in a related area of responsibility. Preferred Qualifications & Job Specific Details Preferred Qualifications
        • Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, accounting, finance, or a related area.
        • 3+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, accounts payable, or a related area.
        • Excel preferred not required
        • Data Entry expereince
        • Invoice Auditing experience
        • Contract rates and discounts experience
        • Experience with Freight Systems a plus
        • Strong Communicator
        • Customer Service PRID PRID142 Job Locations US-GA-Atlanta Posted Date 1 week ago (9/4/2020 12:03 PM) Job ID 2020-39357 Business Unit Facilities Maintenance Functional Area Transportation Remote Position? No Position Type Full-Time Posting Location : Postal Code 30339 HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer. HD Supply considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.
          
          

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