Settlement Associate

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Responsible for inputting settlement events into the CDAS system, reviewing settlement information in CDAS, and other administrative tasks within the settlement department

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Manually transfer information provided by service centers and vendors into CDAS to ensure accurate payment
  • Verify/validate CDAS in comparison to source information to ensure accurate payments to Cartage and Contractors
  • Support the Settlement Specialists in researching inquiries providing them with the information findings in a timely manner
  • Perform clerical duties to ensure that files are maintained
  • Support Settlement Specialists with processing assigned adjustments in CDAS
  • Support and cover AP Admin Associates
  • Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
  • Perform other duties as required

​DISCLAIMER:

  • This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • One (1) year accounting, finance, or related experience
  • Experience working in the Transportation Industry
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams, Outlook)
  • Ability/willingness to learn new applications, software, systems, and equipment as required
  • Ability to manage competing and changing priorities
  • Good verbal, reading and written communication skills
  • Bilingual (English/French) preferred; required in Quebec

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Office Environment
  • Hours may vary due to operational need
Monday - Friday, 08:30H - 17:00H ESTFFC FedEx Freight CanadaAt FedEx our value of Taking Care of Each Other is reflected in our commitment to being an inclusive employer, one that represents the diversity of our customers and the communities in which we serve. We foster respectful, safe and inclusive workplaces where everyone is valued for their unique contributions. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome. We encourage women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and people from culturally diverse and 2SLGBTQ+ communities to apply. Please let us know if you need an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. We will work with you to support your needs.Chez FedEx, notre valeur « Prendre soin les uns des autres » se reflète dans notre engagement à être un employeur inclusif, qui représente la diversité de nos clients et des communautés que nous servons. Nous favorisons des lieux de travail respectueux, sûrs et inclusifs où chacun est apprécié pour sa contribution unique. Les candidatures de tous les candidats qualifiés sont les bienvenues. Nous encourageons les femmes, les personnes handicapées, les Autochtones et les personnes issues de communautés culturellement diverses et 2SLGBTQ+ à postuler. Veuillez nous informer si vous avez besoin d'aménagements particuliers pendant le processus de recrutement et de sélection. Nous travaillerons avec vous pour répondre à vos besoins.
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