Associate, Revenue & Trade Accountant

Overview

This role is for an Associate, Revenue & Trade Accountant supporting the accounting team of a rapidly growing meat snack brand. The position focuses on managing accounts receivable, invoicing, cash application, trade management, month-end accruals, and financial reporting. The role requires strong cross-functional communication and process improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing by verifying shipping data across all business segments.
• Lead customer onboarding processes, ensuring proper setup in ERP and other platforms.
• Resolve discrepancies related to shortages, price variations, damaged products, and process approved credit and debit memos.
• Accurately record and apply cash receipts to customer accounts.
• Reconcile daily cash deposits and investigate payment discrepancies.
• Maintain detailed records of cash transactions and related documentation.
• Manage trade accounts, reconcile deductions and accruals in alignment with trade management tools.
• Prepare and analyze accounts receivable reports including Aging, DSO, CCC, Bad Debt, and Customer Payment Trends.
• Follow up on disputes regarding invalid deductions or payment issues.
• Support bank exams, interim and annual external audits by coordinating with internal and external parties.
• Manage sales tax transactions, reporting, and reconciliations to ensure alignment with tax management platforms.
• Maintain internal financial controls through required reconciliations.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Accounts Receivable department.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize accounts receivable workflows.
• Participate in implementing new tools and revising processes and SOPs accordingly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) company preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP platforms, with strong preference for NetSuite.
• Familiarity with GAAP principles and e-Commerce accounting.
• Customer service-oriented with a friendly, professional, and determined demeanor.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and financial systems, processes, and applicable accounting and tax standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong attention to detail, investigative, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities, prioritize effectively, and deliver results with an ownership mentality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working remotely.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong customer relationships.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 - $85,000 annually plus a 15% annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match.
• Monthly reimbursements for wellness and home office expenses.
• Unlimited paid time off and 15+ paid holidays.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Flexible remote work schedule with an option to work from the Chicago office.
• Company-wide continual education budget.

Location

• Remote position within the United States.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

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