Overview
A growing consulting firm specializing in consumer packaged goods (CPG) is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist to join on a part-time basis. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in CPG, brokerage, or retail finance who understand the financial flow from purchase orders through retailer payments and commission calculations.
Responsibilities
- Manage and track purchase orders (POs) across multiple retailers and brands
- Handle billing and invoicing, including commission calculations linked to POs and retailer payments
- Reconcile client payments, deductions, and chargebacks
- Ensure accuracy of commission reporting based on client contracts
- Review and interpret contracts to validate billing structures and commission terms
- Maintain organized, real-time tracking systems
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales and leadership teams to ensure accuracy and completeness
Requirements
- Experience in the CPG industry is required, preferably in brokerage or brand-side roles
- Strong understanding of retailer payment structures (e.g., UNFI, KeHE, direct retailers)
- Knowledge of trade spend, deductions, and chargebacks
- Familiarity with commission-based billing models
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Highly organized with a strong systems mindset
- Ability to manage multiple brands and accounts simultaneously
- Confidence in reading and interpreting contracts
- Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
Role Details
- Part-time position (20-25 hours per week)
- Remote work
- Opportunity for growth as the organization scales
- Expected start date: mid-June