Manager of Freight Payment

NBMBAA St. Louis Chapter; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

401(k) match

medical/dental/vision

HSA

health care FSA

life insurance

short/long-term disability

paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereaveme

tuition reimbursement

scholarship program

adoption/surrogacy assistance

smoking cessation

Job summary

TJX Companies is seeking a Manager of Freight Payment to lead the Freight Payment team, coordinating with Logistics Finance and Accounting on accruals and payments. The role emphasizes leadership, process improvement, and accurate reporting to support budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration, policy enforcement, and presenting analyses to senior leadership. The position offers growth and development within a Fortune 100 company and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management, or equivalent job experience.
• 3-5 years of audit, payables, transportation/logistics, or equivalent experience at a manager level.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Demonstrated ability of high level of critical thinking and planning ahead.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day activities of the Freight Payment team with focus on efficiency and leadership.
• Collaborate with Logistics, Finance, and Accounting on freight accruals and payments.
• Set, monitor, and enforce department policies, procedures, and goals.
• Analyze dashboards and analytics to measure and improve performance.
• Identify opportunities to drive improvements in invoice processing, payments, and reporting.
• Prepare and present research, reporting, and results in virtual and in-person settings.
• Maintain relationships with transportation carriers.
• Develop staff for future growth; coach on performance issues.
• Support special projects and system upgrades as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Accounting Principles

Finance/Payables

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management, or equivalent

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.

The Manager of Freight Payment leads and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Freight Payment team, ensuring the department operates efficiently and effectively while providing leadership and guidance to associates. The role partners closely with Logistics Finance and Accounting on freight accruals and payments to support accurate budgeting and forecasting, and provides senior leadership with reporting and analysis to inform business decisions and financial planning.

• Work cross-functionally with the Logistics organization, Logistics Finance, Accounting, and Expenses Payable to ensure efficient, accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Set, monitor, and enforce department policies, procedures, and goals.
• Analyze dashboards and other analytics to measure and improve performance.
• Continually identify opportunities to drive improvement with invoice processing, payments, and reporting, and recommends system changes when appropriate.
• Ability to prepare and present research, reporting, and results in both a virtual and in-person setting.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with key transportation carriers.
• Manages staff to develop them for future growth within the department and organization.
• Coaches and counsels’ staff on individual performance issues.
• Provide support for special projects, business initiatives and system upgrades, as needed.

Who We Are Looking For: You.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management, or equivalent job experience
• 3-5 years of audit, payables, transportation/logistics, or equivalent experience at a manager level
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Strong leadership and managerial skills
• Demonstrated ability of high level of critical thinking and planning ahead

• 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 salary range of USD $117,000.00 to $152,100.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives.