Invoicing Analyst
At CJ Logistics America, we seek a business-driven, hands-on Invoicing Analyst at our Des Plaines, Illinois Corporate Offices. Reporting to the Director, Accounting, 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 backup to the manager, and assisting the Invoicing Coordinator in completing the monthly duties for that role.
Because CJ Logistics loves collaboration and a team environment, this is not a remote position. This role is located at our Corporate Office in Des Plaines, IL, and requires that candidates adhere to a hybrid work arrangement (4 days on-site and 1 day remote). Candidates must live within a commutable distance of the corporate office.
Salary range - $49,000-$60,000
Position Responsibilities
- Download data from various CJ Logistics America's systems into Excel
- Work with Logistics Center staff to validate data
- Maintain strong working relationships with internal Logistics Center staff and external customers through solid written and communication skills
- Solicit accessorial input from Logistics Centers 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
Job Qualifications - Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, math, or related field experience including interacting with large customer base.
- 2-4 years experience in accounting, financial analysis, math, or equivalent
- Strong PC skills including Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Intermediate knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel required, advanced knowledge and experience a plus
- Strong interpersonal verbal and written skills for internal communications with Logistics Centers and external communications with customers
- SAP experience a plus
- JD Edwards EnterpriseOne experience a plus
- Prior process management experience a plus
- Attention to detail, conscientiousness, and organizational skills are a must
- Must be team-oriented, able to work independently and cooperatively
- Must be able to balance priorities, manage multiple weekly and monthly deadlines
- Ability to learn new systems a plus
Pay, Benefits, and More
- Competitive compensation package
- Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO, and MORE.
- 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.
CJ Logistics America About Statement:
CJ Logistics America delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea, and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL), and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service, and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the well-being of the end consumer, our customers, and our employees. CJ Logistics America is responsible for the North American region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.
CJ Logistics America is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based on race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics America participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.