Freight Audit Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Audit freight invoices for rate accuracy, duplicate charges, fuel surcharges, accessorial fees, mileage, and other billing discrepancies by comparing invoices to rate confirmations, carrier contracts, bills of lading, proof of delivery, tariffs, and Transportation Management System (TMS) records.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, including overcharges, undercharges, missing documentation, disputed charges, credits, rebills, and payment adjustments by collaborating with carriers and internal departments.
• Monitor carrier portals, reconcile carrier statements, review aging invoices, and maintain accurate audit documentation to ensure timely invoice processing and payment accuracy.
• Prepare reports on freight audit performance, including invoice volume, dispute trends, recovered costs, processing accuracy, and recurring billing issues while recommending process improvements to reduce errors and unnecessary costs.
• Support month-end accounting activities by responding to inquiries from accounting, operations, and leadership while ensuring compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable transportation regulations.

Work Environment

• Office-based work environment with frequent interaction between Accounting, Operations, and external carrier partners.
• Daily use of MercuryGate Transportation Management System (TMS), Microsoft Excel, and other business applications.
• Fast-paced environment requiring attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Days and Shift Information

• Monday – Friday
• 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• This is a full-time, in-office position. Remote or work-from-home options are not available.