Job Title: Accounts Receivable/Deductions Specialist

Location: St. Paul, MN

Industry: Manufacturing

Type of Hire: Contract-to-hire

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Receivable/Deductions Specialist to join a dynamic team at a well-established manufacturing company in St. Paul, MN. This position will play a key role in managing cash application, resolving complex deduction issues, and supporting the financial accuracy of the business following a recent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cash Posting: Accurately apply and reconcile customer payments, ensuring proper allocation and resolution of discrepancies. Strong expertise in cash posting is essential due to recent integration challenges.
• Deductions Management: Investigate, validate, and resolve customer deductions related to trade spend, pricing, shortages, and other claim types. Understanding of trade spend programs is highly preferred.
• Aging Report Monitoring: Regularly review AR aging reports, track overdue accounts, and proactively follow up with internal and external stakeholders to resolve outstanding balances.
• Broker Commission Processing: Assist with or manage the processing of broker commissions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payouts.
• System Proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (MS D365 BC) is a strong plus, though not required. Must have strong ERP system experience and good Excel.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and finance teams to identify root causes of issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and policies.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in a manufacturing or consumer goods environment.
• Proven experience with cash application/posting and deduction resolution.
• Solid understanding of trade spend practices and how they affect accounts receivable.
• Experience working with broker commissions or similar financial processes.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to problem-solve independently.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; MS D365 BC experience is a huge plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

• Be part of a supportive and tenured team navigating an exciting period of growth and change.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact by helping clean up and optimize processes post-acquisition.
• Stable, reputable manufacturing company with deep roots in the Twin Cities area.