Invoicing Analyst

CJ Logistics • Des Plaines, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Invoicing Manager, this person will be a key member of the finance team supporting the company's growth by assisting in completing the monthly invoicing requirements, designing and implementing new solutions, acting as back-up to the manager, and assisting the Invoicing team members in completing the monthly duties for that role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in accounting, finance, math, or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, data analysis, or math.
• Strong PC skills including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• MercuryGate or other Transportation Management Systems experience required
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written skills for internal communications with Logistics Centers and external communications with customers
• Attention to detail, conscientiousness and organizational skills is a must
• Must be team-oriented, able to work independently and cooperatively
• Must be able to balance priorities, manage multiple weekly and monthly deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing others preferred
• SAP experience is a plus
• Prior process management experience is a plus
• The ability to learn new systems is a plus
• Intermediate knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel required, advanced knowledge and experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Download data from various CJL systems into Excel
• Work with Logistics Center personnel to validate data
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal Logistics Center personnel and external customers through solid written and communication skills
• Solicit accessorial input from Logistics Centers, Transportation Operations and Audit teams and be able to validate
• Develop, analyze and review data required for invoicing
• Develop and maintain invoicing templates for weekly, monthly, and ad hoc invoices.
• Design and implement new invoicing solutions
• Issue, record and distribute weekly, monthly, and ad hoc invoices
• Track and analyze historical invoicing trends
• Track start-up costs and analyze variance to estimate
• Complete variance to budget analysis
• Maintain documentation of invoicing processes
• Assist with information requests / invoicing questions from customers and Logistics Center personnel
• Provide support and direction for Invoicing Coordinator
• Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• PTO
• Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
• Open-door work environment
• High Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
• Opportunities for advancement!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees