Temp Analyst - Cost Assurance

Glovis•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Temp Analyst, Cost Assurance position is responsible for reviewing and validating invoice accuracy and cost compliance, supporting accounts payable processing and payment execution, and conducting audit and reconciliation activities that improve financial integrity and operational performance. The role works closely with Port Managers, Accounting, Operations, vendors and other cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies, reduce aging holds, and support accurate financial reporting. Success in this role requires expertise in transportation billing, accounts payable processes, invoice auditing, data reconciliation, financial analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication.

Requirements

High School Diploma Required
Cross-functional collaboration (Required)
Data analysis and discrepancy investigation (Required)
1 – 2 years of direct experience

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field preferred
Fuel surcharge (FSC) auditing experience (Preferred)
Business intelligence and reporting tools experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Review and validate transportation invoices, billing transactions, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper payment processing.
Process transportation-related accounts payable transactions in accordance with company policies, contractual requirements, and financial controls.
Audit transportation charges, carrier rates, fuel surcharges, accessorial fees, and billing records to verify compliance with approved pricing and agreements.
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, billing variances, payment exceptions, and transaction-related issues impacting financial accuracy.
Analyze and reconcile transportation transactions, shipment records, invoices, and financial data to ensure consistency between operational and accounting systems.
Monitor audit holds, unresolved discrepancies, and pending payment issues to support timely resolution and vendor satisfaction.
Coordinate with vendors, Port Managers, Operations, and Accounting teams to obtain documentation and resolve transaction concerns.
Validate transportation rates, contract pricing, and cost allocations to ensure adherence to established agreements and company standards.
Maintain accurate records of invoice activity, audit results, discrepancy investigations, payment status, and supporting financial documentation.
Prepare reports, reconciliations, transaction summaries, aging analyses, and audit findings for management review.
Support month-end close activities by assisting with financial reviews, accrual validation, transaction reconciliation, and reporting requirements.
Analyze financial and operational trends to identify recurring billing issues, process gaps, and cost-saving opportunities.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, transportation billing procedures, and corporate financial policies.
Recommend and support process improvements that enhance billing accuracy, payment efficiency, audit effectiveness, and overall cost assurance performance.
Assist with internal and external audits by providing transaction documentation, supporting reports, and reconciliation records.
Support system enhancements, testing activities, and process automation initiatives related to transportation billing and financial controls.
Participate in cross-functional projects focused on operational efficiency, financial compliance, and continuous improvement.
Traveling domestic and internationally up to 5%
Other duties as assigned