Accounts Receivable Analyst

Addison Group

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 69,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in St. Paul, MN, is seeking an Accounts Receivable/Deductions Specialist to manage cash applications and resolve deduction issues. This role is crucial for ensuring financial accuracy following a recent acquisition, offering a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

3+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Strong expertise in cash application and deduction resolution.
Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; MS D365 BC is a plus.

Responsibilities

Accurately apply and reconcile customer payments.
Investigate and resolve customer deductions.
Monitor AR aging reports and track overdue accounts.

Skills

Cash application/posting

Deduction resolution

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $33.00/hr

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Job Title: Accounts Receivable/Deductions Specialist

Location: St. Paul, MN

Industry: Manufacturing

Type of Hire: Contract-to-hire

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Receivable/Deductions Specialist to join a dynamic team at a well-established manufacturing company in St. Paul, MN. This position will play a key role in managing cash application, resolving complex deduction issues, and supporting the financial accuracy of the business following a recent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities:

Cash Posting: Accurately apply and reconcile customer payments, ensuring proper allocation and resolution of discrepancies. Strong expertise in cash posting is essential due to recent integration challenges.
Deductions Management: Investigate, validate, and resolve customer deductions related to trade spend, pricing, shortages, and other claim types. Understanding of trade spend programs is highly preferred.
Aging Report Monitoring: Regularly review AR aging reports, track overdue accounts, and proactively follow up with internal and external stakeholders to resolve outstanding balances.
Broker Commission Processing: Assist with or manage the processing of broker commissions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payouts.
System Proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (MS D365 BC) is a strong plus, though not required. Must have strong ERP system experience and good Excel.
Collaborate with sales, customer service, and finance teams to identify root causes of issues and implement long-term solutions.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and policies.

Qualifications:

3+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in a manufacturing or consumer goods environment.
Proven experience with cash application/posting and deduction resolution.
Solid understanding of trade spend practices and how they affect accounts receivable.
Experience working with broker commissions or similar financial processes.
High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to problem-solve independently.
Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; MS D365 BC experience is a huge plus.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

Be part of a supportive and tenured team navigating an exciting period of growth and change.
Opportunity to make a significant impact by helping clean up and optimize processes post-acquisition.
Stable, reputable manufacturing company with deep roots in the Twin Cities area.

Seniority level