Invoicing Analyst

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To join a high-performing team in the delivery of top quality work through initiative and action by capturing, analyzing, and progressing CPKC’s asset use (demurrage) & other supplemental (operational services outside of our freight service offering) invoicing to ensure accurate assessments while protecting CPKC’s financial integrity through collection efforts.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Review & analyze incoming inventory events (i.e. asset use/demurrage, special requests, switching, etc.) to progress with accurate and timely supplemental invoicing
• Drill into root cause and resolve complex inventory and financial issues
• Work with stakeholders in Finance, Asset Management, Information Systems, Sales, Operations and External Stakeholders to resolve inventory/process issues that impact complete and accurate supplemental invoicing
• Provide timely resolution of customer disputes
• Lead continuous process improvements to reduce manual invoicing requirements
• Audit process compliance & financial accuracy as it relates to supplemental capture
• Perform account reviews and reconciliations to ensure timely payment of supplemental invoicing
• Respond to customer invoice inquiries and lead collaborative sessions to resolve issues
• Provide detailed and accurate reporting, with value-added analysis, to Senior Leadership

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job-related major field of study
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Railway knowledge, specifically in demurrage and supplemental charges, is considered an asset
• Post-secondary in Commerce, or equivalent, with 3-5 years of relevant work experience is considered an asset
• Proficient use of SAP, Excel and Microsoft office
• Ability to take initiative, apply judgement, innovation, teambuilding and influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated attention to detail, drive and results orientated; strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of rail operations, work procedures and computer systems to support the accuracy of supplemental assessments and collections is considered an asset 
• Exemplifies CPKC Values and Foundations

• Bilingual in Spanish an asset

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:       

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number verification

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. 

• Req ID: 102301
• Department: Strategic Planning
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Kansas City, Missouri
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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