Inside the Role
The Wholesale Field Auditor is responsible for ensuring dealer compliance with Daimler Truck Financial Services USA LLC (DTFS) credit and operational policies by conducting Physical Audits (Class I) and Book Audits (Class II) to protect company collateral and minimize credit risk. This role performs on-site inventory verification, reviews dealer financial and transactional records, identifies audit irregularities and exceptions, and supports specialized audit functions including Bank Cut Off (BCO), Limited Financial Reviews (LFR), pledge line audits, lease line audits, and new acquisitions.
The position also reviews, reconciles, and validates third-party audit results for U.S. and Canadian dealers, ensuring audit exceptions are properly researched, documented, and resolved. Through these activities, the Wholesale Field Auditor plays a critical role in identifying collateral deficiencies, inventory discrepancies, and potential Sold Out of Trust (SOT) situations that could expose DTFS to significant financial losses.
This position may be based anywhere within the contiguous United States; however, candidates must reside within reasonable proximity to a major airport to support extensive nationwide travel (approximately 95%).
Posting Information
We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.
We Take Care of Our Team
Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience
Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 15 calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.
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Conduct Physical and Book Audits to validate inventory collateral and dealer compliance with DTFS policies.
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Perform on-site inventory inspections using digital audit tools, inventory reports, and supporting documentation.
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Support BCO, LFR, pledge line, lease line, and acquisition audit activities.
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Identify, investigate, and document inventory discrepancies, collateral deficiencies, and potential Sold Out of Trust (SOT) situations.
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Review, reconcile, and validate third-party audit results for U.S. and Canadian dealer portfolios, ensuring audit exceptions are accurately documented, researched, and resolved.
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Determine when audit findings require escalation due to potential financial, compliance, or fraud-related risks.
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Partner with Dealer Credit, Wholesale Administration, Sales, and external stakeholders to resolve audit issues and protect company assets.
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Serve as the DTFS representative during dealer audit activities and maintain strong business relationships.
Knowledge You Should Bring
BS/BA and prefer 2-4 years of relevant experience or 6
years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
Minimum of one year of field audit experience.
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Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong organizational and time management abilities.
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Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with all levels of dealer personnel and business partners.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
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Ability to travel approximately 95%; candidates must reside within reasonable proximity to a major airport to support frequent nationwide travel.
An Exceptional Candidate May Have
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Experience in financial services, commercial lending, wholesale finance, collections, or credit operations.
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Experience conducting inventory audits, collateral audits, field examinations, or compliance reviews.
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Knowledge of floorplan financing, dealer operations, and secured collateral.
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Experience with Alfa, DIFM, WFS, Digital Audit, or similar systems.
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Experience within a captive finance company, commercial bank, or transportation finance organization.
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Knowledge of the trucking, transportation, automotive, or heavy equipment industries.
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Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Charlotte, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Schedule Type:
Remote
Daimler Truck Financial is the captive financial services provider for the Daimler Trucks North America family of commercial vehicle products, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, SelecTrucks, Sprinter Vans, Thomas Built Buses and Fuso. We have specialized in financing commercial vehicles for more than 40 years. This proven experience gives us critical insights into helping businesses overcome challenges unique to the trucking industry. Additionally, we offer a range of financing solutions that can be customized to meet each individual business's needs, from owner-operators to large fleet managers and nearly every venture in-between.
To achieve our goal of being the first-choice provider of vehicle financial products and services that support our brands, dealers and customers, we are looking for talented, diverse and inspired people with the skills, experience and innovative spirit to provide a first-class experience at every turn. We are committed to providing a great workplace environment that fosters a culture of openness, support and camaraderie. Our employee programs and benefits are reflective of our values and are designed to promote growth, balance and wellness in many aspects of your career and life.
Additional Information
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country of posting
Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
EEO - Disabled/Veterans
Daimler Truck Financial Services is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935
