Specialist, Credit

KeHE Distributors; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 47,394,000 - 76,221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Rx

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA

Supplemental life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick time

STD/LTD

ESOP

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors, based in Naperville, IL, seeks a Credit Specialist to support Accounts Receivable. You will process credit and debit transactions, reconcile data, and maintain financial records with strict accuracy. Proficiency in Excel and discretion with confidential information are essential.

The role emphasizes high-volume processing, teamwork with AR and cross-functional partners, and adherence to KeHE's mission while contributing to a culture of ownership and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–1 year experience in AR and/or credit preferred.
• Advanced Excel proficiency required.
• Strong organization, time management and multitasking skills.
• Ability to handle high-volume data with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process credit and debit transactions in the NTS system.
• Reconcile account data and maintain financial records.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions to prepare and upload data.
• Review data for accuracy before uploads.
• Protect confidentiality of company and customer information.
• Collaborate with AR team and cross-functional partners.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Accounts Receivable

Data confidentiality

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Accounting/Finance degree preferred

Tools

NTS system

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
• Holiday pay for company designated holidays

Why Work for KeHE?

• Full-time
• Pay Range: $16.54/Hr. - $26.61/Hr.
• Shift Days: , Shift Time:
• Benefits after 30 days
• Health/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
• Holiday pay for company designated holidays

Overview

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others - and it all starts with you. As an employee‑owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

Primary Responsibilities

The Credit Specialist supports the Accounts Receivable team by accurately processing credit and debit transactions, reconciling account data, and maintaining the integrity of financial records within the NTS system. This role is responsible for handling high-volume transaction processing with precision, preparing data, and ensuring the confidentiality and accuracy of sensitive company and customer information. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Essential Functions

DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enter reconciliation credits for Accounts Receivable teams within the NTS system.
• Process high-volume credit and debit uploads accurately and efficiently.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Concatenate, Subtotals, text functions, etc.) to prepare, analyze, and upload financial data.
• Review and validate data prior to upload to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and security of company and customer financial information.
• Identify discrepancies or errors in data and apply critical thinking to resolve issues.Support departmental initiatives, audits, and special projects as assigned.
• Collaborate with AR team members and cross-functional business partners to resolve account issues.
• Maintain consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Independently prioritize and organize workload to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Adapt quickly to shifting business needs and changing priorities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Format Cells, Convert to Number, Concatenate, Consolidate, Subtotals, and text functions (LEFT, RIGHT, etc.).
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable and/or credit processes, including reconciliation practices and financial data entry.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with excellent multitasking ability in a high-volume, fast‑paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve data discrepancies.
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on tasks.
• Adaptability and flexibility in response to changing business needs.
• Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential company and customer information.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in Accounts Receivable and/or Credit strongly preferred; entry‑level candidates with relevant coursework, internship experience, or transferable skills will be considered.
• Advanced Excel proficiency required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Requisition ID

2026-30218

Equal Employer Opportunity Statement

KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.