A/R Associate

Michael Food; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in food processing and distribution, based in Hopkins, MN.

This role focuses on researching, processing, and reporting post-invoice customer activity including payment discrepancies and rebates, with regular contact across customers, brokers, sales, and customer service. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 2+ years in accounting/finance, strong Excel/Word skills, and ERP/SAP background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or 2+ years' experience in accounting or finance preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and analysis skills.
• Computer skills required: strong background in Microsoft applications including Excel, Word and ERP solutions, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Process and report on customer payment discrepancies.
• Process promotions and rebates, including buying group payments.
• Prepare adjustments for corrections to customer accounts and communicate invalid amounts.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

Word

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Business Unit Description

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Hopkins, MN is home to our Michael Foods, Inc. corporate headquarters. Hopkins is located 7 miles west of Minneapolis, boasting natural surroundings in a suburban environment that also provides quick access to major travel ways and local restaurants that give our community a distinct character. Located in the Excelsior Crossing building where employees are provided with beautifully landscaped walking paths and water features creating an optimal environment for outdoor and walking meetings, along with the opportunity to take a relaxing walk or outdoor lunch before, within, or after your work day.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for researching, processing and reporting all post invoice customer activity including payment discrepancies, broker commissions, rebates and buying group payments, along with other misc. promotions. This position will have regular contact with customers, brokers, sales and customer service

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Process and report on customer payment discrepancies.
  • Research and verify validity of all payment discrepancies.
  • Prepare detail for required adjustments for correction to customer accounts, communicate and collect the invalid amounts taken.
  • Process promotion payments/validate discrepancies for assigned customers. This includes rebates, food shows, and marketing spends.
• Process buying group and regular rebate payments monthly for assigned customers.
  • Communicate reports to support payments made.
  • Process check requests/apply recaptures according to customer specification.
• Complete and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or 2+ year's experience in accounting or finance preferred. Foodservice industry experience is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication and analysis skills.
• Computer skills required: strong background in Microsoft applications including Excel, Word and background in ERP solutions, preferably SAP.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work and may not include all of the duties required of the position.

The pay range for this position is $23.31 to $31.70 per hour. Skills and Abilities:- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or 2+ year's experience in accounting or finance preferred. Foodservice industry experience is a plus.- Excellent oral and written communication and analysis skills.- Computer skills required: strong background in Microsoft applications including Excel, Word and background in ERP solutions, preferably SAP.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work and may not include all of the duties required of the position.