Rates and Freight Audit Clerk

Hit the Road with Van Kam Freightways as our Rates and Audit Clerk.

Are you ready to drive your career forward? 
Are you passionate about creating a workplace where people thrive? 
Do you have a knack for fostering a positive and inclusive culture? 

If so, buckle up and let’s talk!

At Van Kam Freightways, we are trailblazers in the LTL Transportation industry, constantly innovating and pushing boundaries as we grow.  With 78 (and counting) years of service, we’re on a mission to create a work environment that’s as fast paced and exciting as the journey’s we take. 

Join us and be part of something extraordinary! www.vankam.com

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Rates and Freight Audit Clerk to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for auditing and verifying freight rates and charges to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.

Core Responsibilities:

Audit Ace: You’ll audit both US and Canadian freight bills like a pro, ensuring everything is accurately rated and accounted for.
Invoice Investigator: Manually rate invoices for special accounts, ensuring we’re charging just the right amount according to agreements.
Liaison Leader: Collaborate with Pricing Analysts to nail down special cost rates and liaise with terminals and departments to get the correct cube/scale information.
Interline Insider: Reach out to Interlines/Agents to confirm charges and avoid any surprises.
Quote Guru: Assist the quoting department with overflow tasks, ensuring customers get the best deals.
Spreadsheet Superstar: Keep things organized and accurate by managing spreadsheets, reports, and queues with precision.
Process Pioneer: Help streamline operations and make sure we’re always following the right policies and procedures.

WHO WE NEED:

• You’ve got an eagle eye for detail—if something’s off, you’ll spot it in a second.
• You’re a communication whiz, both on the phone and in writing—no question goes unanswered, and no issue gets swept under the rug.
• Excel and Word? You’re a wizard with those tools, turning numbers and data into neat, digestible reports.
• You’re a natural at multitasking and staying organized, with a knack for managing multiple queues without breaking a sweat.
• When the going gets tough, you get creative—finding solutions to tricky problems is what you do best.
• You’ve got a strong sense of customer service—you make sure every interaction is professional, helpful, and friendly.
• You’re cool under pressure and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

• A solid background in auditing, freight management, or something similar, with a keen eye for accuracy and efficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel—your spreadsheets are clean, organized, and ready to roll at any moment.
• At least 2-3 years of experience working in an office environment where you’ve learned how to juggle numbers, details, and deadlines.
• Bonus Points for:
  • Experience with freight auditing or billing
  • Familiarity with US and Canadian shipping regulations

1. Make a Difference:  Be part of a mission-driven company, giving back to the community and making the world a better place!  We support over 25 non-profit organizations and local charities every year through either monetary donation or volunteer work.  We also match employee donations up to $150 per employee per year to ensure we can support the organizations that matter to you.
    
2. Show Me the Money:  We don’t believe in penny pinching.  You will be paid a competitive and generous salary with annual reviews tied to performance.
    
3. Health is Wealth:  Enjoy our 100% company paid, comprehensive benefit plan so you and your family members can stay fit as a fiddle and crush your goals.
    
4. Invest in your future:  Our employees are not just valued, they’re invested!  Enjoy a robust Defined Contribution Pension Plan where your tomorrow is built today.  We match your contributions and you can watch your retirement savings grow!
    
5. Climb That Ladder:  True to our values, we are committed to helping our employees reach their professional goals.  We offer opportunities galore for learning, growth and levelling up your skills.
    
6. Party Time:  We like to have fun, and we hope you do too!  Enjoy regular social events and activities.
    
7. It’s all about balance:  We treat our customers like friends and our employees like family. As a family-owned company, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why we offer competitive time-off benefits and commit to providing a balanced schedule for our drivers – so they can spend less time on the road and more time with the ones they love.
    
8. Go Green: Our Green Initiative programs limit our carbon footprint which include things like governing road speeds to reduce fuel consumption, equipping new tractors with clean emissions technology and investing in technology to limit paper use, just to name a few!

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