Accounts Receivable Specialist

LHH; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Life and disability insurance

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

A growing finance organization in New Jersey is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Trade Deductions Analyst. This role involves managing core accounts receivable functions, analyzing deduction trends, and collaborating with internal teams to improve processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable, preferably in the CPG industry, with a strong analytical mindset. The position offers a hybrid work schedule with a focus on teamwork and accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of accounts receivable experience, preferably in the CPG industry.
• Familiarity with customer portals and trade deductions.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Post and reconcile daily cash receipts, supporting month-end activities.
• Process and resolve high-volume customer deductions with documentation.
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and other teams.

Skills

Accounts receivable experience

Communication abilities

Organizational skills

Multitasking abilities

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Trade management systems (e.g., NetSuite, CPG Vision)

Job description

Accounts Receivable & Trade Deductions Analyst

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in-office)

About the Opportunity

Join a collaborative and growing organization where teamwork, innovation, and accountability drive success. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic finance team, where your work will have a direct impact on revenue operations and customer experience.

Position Overview

The Accounts Receivable & Trade Deductions Analyst plays a key role in supporting the company’s revenue cycle. This position is responsible for core accounts receivable functions, managing high-volume trade deductions, and identifying trends to improve processes and reduce discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable Operations
• Post and reconcile daily cash receipts, including lockbox and electronic remittances (as needed)
• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and accruals
• Partner with customers to collect on past due balances
• Assist with onboarding new customer accounts
• Trade Deductions & Analysis
• Process and resolve high-volume customer deductions with proper documentation
• Investigate discrepancies and manage dispute resolution
• Analyze deduction trends and identify root causes to improve accuracy and reduce future issues
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, Supply Chain, and other internal teams
• Validate promotional programs and resolve billing discrepancies
• Support broader revenue-related initiatives
• Process Improvement & Projects
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements
• Participate in system upgrades, reporting improvements, and special projects

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Minimum 1 year of accounts receivable experience (CPG industry preferred)
• Experience with ERP systems
• Familiarity with customer portals and trade deductions
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities

Preferred:

• Experience with trade management systems (e.g., NetSuite, CPG Vision)
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• KPI-driven with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ability to build relationships across teams
• Hybrid schedule with at least 3 days in-office (preferably Tuesday–Thursday)
• Overtime may be required during month-end close

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus

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