File Closing Specialist

To perform billing, cost entry and profit sharing functions in FTN's trans system for assigned or centrally billed transportation accounts. Manage and complete the financial reconciliation of vendor invoices to costs from the transportation system, audit carrier invoices and approve for payment by accounts payable. Review end to end shipment for accuracy and upon completion performs profit share calculation and record in both origin and destination company books. Complete within FedEx Trade Networks (FTN & t&b) timeline policy for intercompany settlement.

Audit files to ensure service provider invoices coincide with agreed rates with account. Ensure invoices are booked timely and correctly into etrans for payment processing. Work with department supervisor/ manager resolving discrepancies and /or open balances concerning dept service providers invoices/statements as needed. Reconcile and close files in an accurate and complete manner within policy. Monitors shipments processed by operations and completes origin and destination intercompany and customer billing in timely manner in accordance with FTN policy for revenue recognition. Audit amounts billed to customers against the amounts paid to vendors. After file is complete, calculate profit sharing. Monitor reports such as the accrual report, paid not paid, transaction reports, timeline, clearing account, int'l billing and other similar reports associated with file closing to ensure the financial health of the department. Work directly with rsp's and FTN offices to assure agreement of p&l, and payables and receivables. Review transactions to assure compliance with rsp and customer agreements. Coordinate or complete billing functions with operations to assure correct billed and paid amounts (include supplemental, adjusted invoices, 3rd party billing as required). Coordinate with FTN's finance and int'l finance departments to resolve financial disputes.

High school diploma/GED. Two (2) years of logistics and/or acctg experience required. Associates degree in accounting, finance or logostics will be accepted in lieu of experience. General knowledge of acctg, including understanding and analyze accounting reports. Knowledge and familiarity with FTN transportation operations desired. Attention to detail, Excel experience, effective research and deductive reasoning skills, strong organizational and communication skills required.

Monday-Friday; 8:30am-5:00p

FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions. We're glad you stopped by and hope your job search experience with FedEx Logistics, Inc. will be rewarding. We look forward to hearing from you!

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