Temp Analyst - Cost Assurance

GLOVIS America, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GLOVIS America, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Temp Analyst, Cost Assurance to review transportation invoices, validate accuracy, and support accounts payable and audit processes.

You will collaborate with Port Managers, Operations, and Accounting to resolve discrepancies, ensure proper payment, and improve financial integrity and cost controls.

Requires 1–2 years of related experience, a High School Diploma, and willingness to travel up to 5% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of direct experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate transportation invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Process transportation-related accounts payable transactions per policies and controls.
• Audit transportation charges, carrier rates, fuel surcharges, and billing records for compliance.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, variances, and payment exceptions.
• Analyze and reconcile transportation data to ensure consistency between operations and accounting systems.
• Monitor audit holds and pending payments to support timely resolution and vendor satisfaction.
• Prepare reports, reconciliations, and aging analyses for management review.
• Assist with month-end close, accrual validation, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Fuel surcharge auditing

BI and reporting tools

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration/Logistics

Job description

About GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third‑party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customer's products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

Temp Analyst, Cost Assurance position is responsible for reviewing and validating invoice accuracy and cost compliance, supporting accounts payable processing and payment execution, and conducting audit and reconciliation activities that improve financial integrity and operational performance. The role works closely with Port Managers, Accounting, Operations, vendors and other cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies, reduce aging holds, and support accurate financial reporting. Success in this role requires expertise in transportation billing, accounts payable processes, invoice auditing, data reconciliation, financial analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication.

Compensation

$25.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Review and validate transportation invoices, billing transactions, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper payment processing.
• Process transportation-related accounts payable transactions in accordance with company policies, contractual requirements, and financial controls.
• Audit transportation charges, carrier rates, fuel surcharges, accessorial fees, and billing records to verify compliance with approved pricing and agreements.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, billing variances, payment exceptions, and transaction-related issues impacting financial accuracy.
• Analyze and reconcile transportation transactions, shipment records, invoices, and financial data to ensure consistency between operational and accounting systems.
• Monitor audit holds, unresolved discrepancies, and pending payment issues to support timely resolution and vendor satisfaction.
• Coordinate with vendors, Port Managers, Operations, and Accounting teams to obtain documentation and resolve transaction concerns.
• Validate transportation rates, contract pricing, and cost allocations to ensure adherence to established agreements and company standards.
• Maintain accurate records of invoice activity, audit results, discrepancy investigations, payment status, and supporting financial documentation.
• Prepare reports, reconciliations, transaction summaries, aging analyses, and audit findings for management review.
• Support month-end close activities by assisting with financial reviews, accrual validation, transaction reconciliation, and reporting requirements.
• Analyze financial and operational trends to identify recurring billing issues, process gaps, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, transportation billing procedures, and corporate financial policies.
• Recommend and support process improvements that enhance billing accuracy, payment efficiency, audit effectiveness, and overall cost assurance performance.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing transaction documentation, supporting reports, and reconciliation records.
• Support system enhancements, testing activities, and process automation initiatives related to transportation billing and financial controls.
• Participate in cross-functional projects focused on operational efficiency, financial compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Traveling domestic and internationally up to 5%
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Cross-functional collaboration (Required)
• Data analysis and discrepancy investigation (Required)
• Fuel surcharge (FSC) auditing experience (Preferred)
• Business intelligence and reporting tools experience (Preferred)

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma Required
• Associate's degree in Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field preferred
• 1 – 2 years of direct experience

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Must operate desktop, computers, laptop, printer, scanners, shredders, etc.
• Constant use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Sit for 5+ hours per day
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach over shoulder, kneel, push, pull 1-3 hours per day

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position is located in the Irvine, CAoffice

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.