Freight Payables Associate

About the role

BMNS is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Freight Payables Associate to support accounting operations by managing freight-related accounts payable activities. The role involves solving billing issues, working with vendors and internal stakeholders, and ensuring financial accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and process freight and transportation invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure invoices are approved according to company policies and internal controls.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve billing discrepancies, overcharges, and payment issues.
• Enter invoices into the ERP system using the correct accounting codes.
• Schedule and process payments according to agreed vendor terms.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for freight vendors with invoice and payment inquiries.
• Build relationships with freight carriers, logistics providers, and internal teams.
• Collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, Logistics, and Finance teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Maintain accurate freight expense records and prepare and distribute expense reports for management.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring expenses are recorded and reconciled.
• Comply with company policies, financial controls, and US GAAP standards.
• Support internal and external audit requests with documentation and explanations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and increase operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or 1-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Billing, or Accounting.

Datos clave

• Associate's Degree in a related field or 1-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Billing, or Accounting.