Trade Spend and Deductions Analyst - 3-6 Month Contract POST NUMBER: 454269
- Review and maintain the accounts receivable subledger for assigned customer accounts.
- Process and reconcile trade spend and deductions in ERP and related financial systems.
- Collaborate with internal sales teams to ensure proper supporting documentation is provided for trade spend and deduction processing.
- Process credit notes across multiple business units related to trade spend activities.
- Investigate deductions in the subledger and ensure timely resolution and clearing.
- Run and analyze ERP reports to ensure trade spend deductions are attributed to the correct business units, brands, or categories.
- Partner closely with credit and collections teams to verify deductions are accurately reflected.
- Process intercompany transactions as required.
- Work with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and outstanding items.
- Follow up on and resolve invalid deductions and credit balances within established timelines.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting for management review.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
- Maintain and update process documentation, desk procedures, and identify areas for improvement.
- Participate in system enhancements and user acceptance testing.
- Perform ad hoc reporting and other assigned projects or tasks.
About You
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field.
- 3–4 years of experience in a corporate setting, ideally in an industry with complex trade spend and deduction processes.
- Experience in accounts receivable and deduction resolution.
- Proficiency with a major ERP system (experience with SAP considered a strong asset).
- Familiarity with trade spend or deduction management software (e.g., HighRadius) and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) is an asset.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, with advanced Excel knowledge (pivots, VLOOKUP, and advanced formulas).
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and operate with a strong sense of urgency.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a mindset focused on process improvement.
Pay Range
$25 - $30 /hour
How to Apply
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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.
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