Accounts Receivable Associate

Job Title: Finance Business Services / Deduction Specialist Contract Length: 3 Months to Start (Has ability to convert/extend) Pay Rate: $23–$26/hr DOE Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Business Services / Deduction Specialist to support transactional accounting and accounts receivable functions within a fast-paced finance organization. This role focuses on researching and resolving customer deductions, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, and partnering cross-functionally to improve deduction processes and reduce recurring issues. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience handling customer deductions, dispute resolution, or accounts receivable functions. Responsibilities Research and resolve customer deductions in a timely manner Review deduction documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness Determine validity of deductions and process accordingly Work closely with Finance, Sales, Brokers, and Customers to gather supporting documentation Analyze deduction trends and identify root causes of recurring issues Support billing and intercompany transfer processes as needed Maintain compliance with accounting standards and company procedures Assist with additional finance and operational requests to support team workload Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders Qualifications Experience in Accounts Receivable, deductions, collections, billing, or finance operations preferred Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Customer service mindset with strong attention to detail Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems Ability to work independently and adapt quickly in a changing environment Preferred Experience Customer deduction/dispute resolution Retail, CPG, manufacturing, or distribution industry experience ERP system experience such as SAP, Oracle, or similar #J-18808-Ljbffr The Fountain Group