Freight Payment Coordinator

The TJX Companies, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA

Job summary

The TJX Companies, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to audit and process transportation invoices across multiple modes.

You will research variances, validate costs against contracts, and collaborate with carriers to ensure timely payments from our Marlborough, MA operations. Ideal candidates have a basic accounting background, strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), and the ability to analyze data while communicating findings clearly.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify corrective actions.
• Analytical approach with proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, conditional formatting).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Audit and process logistics invoices across all transportation modes.
• Research invoice variables and perform root cause analysis when invoices don’t match planned movements.
• Validate invoiced costs against contractual rates within tolerance and resolve variances.
• Analyze match variance and other reports to resolve non-compliant invoices.
• Conduct root cause analysis on rating/invoicing variances and communicate findings.
• Research carrier EDI 210 invoice exceptions and collaborate to resolve issues.
• Perform monthly AR reconciliations with carriers to resolve outstanding invoices.
• Manage Carrier SharePoint sites for invoicing and lead weekly carrier meetings.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Microsoft Excel

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Strong organizational skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

TJX Companies

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

Job Description

The Opportunity: Contribute To The Growth Of Your Career.

• Audits and processes logistics invoices across all modes of transportation including Imports, Truckload, Intermodal, LTL and Parcel as well as Consolidation and Transload operations
• Research multiple invoice related variables and conduct root cause analysis when freight invoices do not match a planned freight movement in our Transportation Management System (TMS) or Imports System
• Validates the accuracy of invoiced costs compared to contractual rates within a tolerance range and resolves out of tolerance variances.
• Analyze Match Variance and other exception reporting to research and resolve invoices that are not compliant to our contractual pricing and service agreements.
• Conducts root cause analysis on rating/invoicing variances and communicates findings and resolution action items
• Research Carrier EDI 210 invoice exceptions and collaborates with Logistics Systems team to resolve issues
• Conducts monthly account receivable reconciliations with carriers to resolve outstanding invoice issues.
• Manages assigned Carrier SharePoint Sites for invoicing
• Leads weekly Teams Meetings with assigned Carriers to ensure timely and accurate invoice submission and payments processed in accordance with our Payment Dating agreements.
• Escalates payment issues with the supporting documentations to Freight Payment, Operations and Carrier Management leadership teams
• Using the TJX routing guide, identifies invoices with vendor routing violations and creates chargebacks. Works with appropriate contact to resolve issues.
• Makes recommendations to enhance systems and provide more effective and actionable reporting.
• Participates in special projects or other duties as assigned.

Who We Are Looking For: You.

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
• Basic Accounting knowledge
• Strong problem-solving skills and identify corrective actions required
• Analytical approach to problem solving, demonstrating strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel (including V Look-ups, Pivot Tables and conditional formatting)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a demanding, fast paced environment with proven track record to multi-task

Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Address

300 Value Way

Location

USA Home Office Marlborough MA 300 Value Way

This position has a starting pay range of $21.90 to $27.90 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.