AR Specialist – Deduction Clearing, Trade Spend Reporting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Accurately and promptly apply customer payments.

• Reconcile remittances with open invoices and investigate any discrepancies.

• Conduct research, coding, and resolution of customer deductions.

• Ensure that all deductions are supported by appropriate documentation.

• Track disputes, chargebacks, repayments, and other customer-related matters.

• Collaborate with Sales and Operations to validate deductions and promotional initiatives.

• Maintain precise records and reconciliations of customer accounts.

• Monitor outstanding deductions and follow up on any unresolved items.

• Prepare monthly reports on trade spending.

• Assist in AR aging and cash clearing reconciliations.

• Support reconciliations between AR sub-ledger and general ledger.

• Aid in month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements in deduction management and cash application.

• Work during U.S. hours.

• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Finance teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in accounts receivable, cash application, deductions, or a related accounting field.

• Experience in CPG, manufacturing, or distribution industries.

• Practical experience with customer deductions and dispute resolution.

• Strong skills in reconciliation and analysis.

• Proficient in Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and reconciliation formulas.

• Ability to coordinate effectively with Sales, Operations, and Finance teams.

• Exceptional attention to detail in managing high-volume transactions.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP systems (preferred).

• Familiarity with trade spending, promotional deductions, or customer allowances (preferred).

• Experience in U.S. accounting or customer account management (preferred).

• Multi-entity or intercompany accounting experience (preferred).

• Understanding of EDI payment/remittance processes (preferred).

• Familiarity with Confido or similar trade promotion/cash application systems (preferred).

• An accounting degree or progress towards a professional accounting designation (preferred).

• Access to a reliable computer, high-speed internet, and a quiet, dedicated workspace for remote work.

• Must currently reside in the Philippines and be legally authorized to work there.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% Remote Work – Enjoy the flexibility to work from anywhere in the Philippines.

• Career Growth Opportunities – Gain practical experience and engage in continuous learning.

• Collaborative & Innovative Team – Work alongside skilled professionals who prioritize excellence.