Job Description

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ANALYST

Job Category: Accounts Receivable
Requisition Number: ACCOU009302
Full-Time
MA, Agawam, HPH
Agawam, MA 01001, USA

Job Details

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey's Milk & Milkshakes and more.

Job Summary:

The AR Analyst is the liaison between Accounts Receivable and Accounting to ensure accuracy of adjustments by researching and analyzing transactions. Other responsibilities include cash application and deduction management of strategic customers as well as special projects including but not limited to AR reporting & auditing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Cash application and deduction management for specific customers.
Research, review and process AR adjustments.
Responsible for addressing customer rebates with Sales, Trade Marketing and Pricing Group to ensure accounts are valid and current.
Maintain supporting documentation for all adjustments and offsets.
Work closely with the Credit Team to share relevant customer payment, deduction and credit balance information.
Ensure internal control compliance with all assigned areas and other audit requirements.
Supports special projects and performs other duties as assigned by the AR Manager.
Extensive usage of Data Warehouse, creating and running reports to support AR business needs.
Proactively identify and recommend process improvements

Education and Experience:

3-5 years Accounts Receivable experience preferably in a consumer products company
Associate or Bachelor degree in accounting or business preferred or equivalent work experience
Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook and experience working with an ERP system
Experience with SAP a plus

Skills and Competencies:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
Good time management and organization skills
Ability to analyze and resolve issues
Detail oriented
Positive Team player attitude

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"