Accounts Recieveable Analyst

Accounts Receivable Analyst (Deductions)

Location: On-Site | New Jersey
Compensation: $60,000-75,000

Position Overview

We are seeking an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Analyst to support deduction management, collections, and receivables reconciliation for a high-volume retail environment. This role plays a critical part in protecting revenue by identifying, resolving, and preventing unauthorized or excessive retailer deductions while ensuring accurate accounting and reporting.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently across systems, customers, and internal teams to drive timely resolution.

Key Responsibilities of AR Analyst

• Review and resolve retailer deductions, credits, payments, and invoice discrepancies

• Collect outstanding invoices and recover unauthorized or excessive deductions

• Assign deductions to the correct division and type/reason codes for accurate general ledger reporting

• Prepare and submit adjustments accurately and within required timelines

• Identify root causes of deductions and recommend corrective or preventive actions

• Prioritize high-impact issues and address them with urgency

• Negotiate exemptions or resolutions with retailer partners when needed

• Communicate and escalate issues to management in a timely manner

• Interpret shipping and delivery documentation (e.g., proof of delivery) to support reconciliation and liability decisions

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiency

Qualifications of AR Analyst

• Bachelor’s degree or 2–4 years of directly related A/R or deductions experience

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable, basic accounting principles, and payment terms

• Experience working in high-volume or retail deduction environments preferred

• Ability to analyze data, resolve discrepancies, and make sound judgment calls

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities independently

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Technical Skills (Preferred)

• Experience with ERP and A/R systems (e.g., JD Edwards, AS400, EDI, or similar platforms)

• Familiarity with cash application, customer compliance requirements, and dispute resolution

• Excel proficiency

Work Environment & Impact

• High-autonomy role with responsibility for prioritizing and resolving aged deductions

• Direct impact on cash flow, revenue protection, and financial accuracy

• Regular interaction with retailer contacts (A/P, logistics, compliance) and internal teams including finance, sales, and operations