Deductions Coordinator

Nissin Foods; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin Foods is seeking a Deductions Coordinator in Gardena, CA, to protect revenue through accurate deductions management, TPM record-keeping, and cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance.

The ideal candidate will analyze discrepancies, validate deductions, and ensure timely resolution while maintaining clean financial records and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of deductions management, trade promotions, or accounts receivable experience.
• Experience with Trade Promotion Management (TPM) systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis).
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, audit, and validate customer deductions for trade promotions and pricing discrepancies.
• Research and resolve unauthorized or invalid deductions, initiating chargebacks or repayment requests.
• Ensure timely clearing of legitimate deductions in line with trade policies.
• Collaborate with Sales, Trade Marketing, and Supply Chain to obtain backup documentation and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate TPM records and documentation.
• Monitor deduction aging and open balances to minimize revenue leakage.
• Support monthly close by reconciling deduction activity and accrual balances.
• Identify root causes of recurring deduction issues and suggest process improvements.
• Assist with audits related to trade spend and accounts receivable.

Skills

TPM systems

Microsoft Excel

Accounts receivable

Communication

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Job description

Deductions Coordinator

US-CA-Gardena

Job ID: 2026-1205

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Finance & Control

Gardena

Overview

Join the team behind one of the world's most iconic food brands!

At Nissin Foods, we bring bold flavor to everything we do — from our products to our processes. The Deductions Specialist plays a critical role in protecting revenue, ensuring trade accuracy, and maintaining strong customer relationships through timely and accurate deductions management.

This position is responsible for researching, validating, and resolving customer deductions, maintaining accurate Trade Promotion Management (TPM) records, and partnering cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance teams. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and communication are key.

If you love solving discrepancies, analyzing trade data, and keeping financial records clean and compliant, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Review, audit, and validate customer deductions for trade promotions, pricing discrepancies, shortages, and other claims
• Research and resolve unauthorized or invalid deductions, including initiating chargebacks or repayment requests
• Ensure timely clearing of legitimate deductions in alignment with company trade policies
• Partner with Sales, Trade Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to obtain backup documentation and resolve deduction discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records within the Trade Promotion Management (TPM) system
• Monitor deduction aging and open balances to ensure timely resolution and minimize revenue leakage
• Support monthly close by reconciling deduction activity and accrual balances
• Identify root causes of recurring deduction issues and recommend process improvements
• Assist with internal and external audits related to trade spend and accounts receivable
• Maintain compliance with company trade policies and financial controls

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of related experience, or Associate's degree with at least one (1) year of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in deductions management, trade promotions, or accounts receivable
• Working knowledge of Trade Promotion Management (TPM) systems
• Experience using ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Business Central preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
• Strong understanding of promotional accruals, trade spend, and A/R processes
• Ability to analyze discrepancies and apply accounting concepts accurately
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or CPG industry
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central
• Experience working with major retail customers and chargeback portals
• Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous process improvement
• Experience supporting audits and month-end close processes

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