Ar Analyst, Deductions

Description
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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Summary Description:
The AR Analyst is a customer-facing position, which processes and analyzes accounts receivable transactions. Minimizes accounts receivable risk through the analyzation and collection process of open balances. This position requires strong communication skills to interact with our customers, account managers and other employees and departments by phone and email. Success will be measured by the ability to quickly and completely resolve account open balances related to deductions and invoice collections. This position is intended to act as the backup for the Supervisor of AR Deductions and will be the focal point for reporting and audit requests.
Essential Functions:

• Provide subject matter expertise for department, researching and determining root cause of discrepancies and identify methods to reduce future occurrences.
  
• Research, direct and determine root cause of deductions and/or past due invoices and reduce future occurrences by working closely with customers and internal business partners.
  
• Contact customers and internal business partners to obtain information related to the collection of outstanding
  
• Provide frequent analysis of customer account status and updates to management as
  
• Reviews orders that are on hold/release report and takes required
  
• Leads preparation of weekly worklist for collection activity with publication to team, ad hoc reports as
  
• Monitors daily incoming cash receipts including checks, ACH and wire transfers for effective collection
  
• Proactively identify trends and assist in implementing process
  
• Partner with sales management and customer service management to ensure the highest level of professionalism and customer service in resolution of outstanding issues.
  
• Recommends and participates in process improvements, trainings of collection / deduction procedures to ensure consistent turnover of receivables.
  
• Leads, training and coaches new hire and seasoned AR
  
• Cross-trained with advanced knowledge of collections and deductions processes and supplies coverage within either
  
• Proficient in daily tracker reporting and publication to
  
• Leads and/or participates in projects that are considered strategic or company- Understands and monitors the project risks, timely monitors and manages project execution. Generates and delivers project communications.
  
• Work closely with management on departmental documentation, internal audit controls and review of control requirements for compliance purposes.
  
• Provides leadership for efficient and effective operation of AR in the absence of AR Management
  
• Maintains weekly communication of AM report as backup to
  
• SMO to represent Deductions with CSCS
  
• Continuously work to identify process improvements and changes to add value to the department and
  
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting or Finance or Associates Degree with 5+ years of related experience
  
• One to three (1-3) years of experience in financial analysis or related field
  
• Experience interacting with sales and business teams preferred
  

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - oral and
  
• Advanced knowledge of SAP and FSCM Dispute Management or other ERP systems
  
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word application skills
  
• Advanced customer service skills with ability to act in assertive nature
  
• Advanced analytical skills (ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and find solutions)
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  
• Advanced organizational and time management skills
  
• Strong communication skills - oral and written
  
• Self-motivated team player with an ability to work independently
  
• Trustworthy, strong sense of ownership and accountability
  
• Ability to meet deadlines
  
• Ability to adjust readily to change and support in team change management as needed
  
• Advanced B2B collections and deductions reconciliation experience
  
• Advanced knowledge of Accounting Principles and best practices
  

Proficiency Level:

• Performs work independently with minimal
  
• Handles advanced issues and assists lower-level staff with issue resolution and
  
• Possesses advanced understanding of AR functions for both Collections and Deductions Management and seen as the Subject Matter Expert.
  

A Career with Refresco
Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance  
  
• Life insurance  
  
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
  
• Paid holidays and vacation  
  
• Well-being benefits
  
• Discount programs
  

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!
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