We are looking for a detail-oriented Deduction Analyst to support accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Northfield, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position will focus on researching customer deductions, resolving payment discrepancies, and strengthening billing accuracy across high-volume retail accounts. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and account reconciliation, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review and resolve customer deduction claims by analyzing supporting documentation, validating charges, and driving timely closure of open items. • Manage deduction activity for large retail partners such as Walmart, Meijer, C&S, Ahold, Kroger, and similar national or regional accounts. • Assist with billing and payment issue resolution by coordinating with stakeholders to address discrepancies and improve collection outcomes. • Work closely with internal teams to reconcile account activity, enhance reporting accuracy, and support efficient financial operations. • Maintain thorough and well-organized records to support audit readiness, compliance standards, and historical account tracking. • Use Excel to identify deduction patterns, perform account analysis, and prepare reports that support decision-making and follow-up actions. • Investigate complex account variances and recommend practical solutions to reduce recurring deduction issues. • Contribute to cross-functional process improvements related to deductions, reconciliations, and customer account management.

• Hands-on knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing support, and core accounting processes. • Prior experience handling customer deductions, ideally within environments that support large retail or vendor relationships. • Strong reconciliation and analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve account discrepancies accurately. • High level of organization and close attention to detail when managing documentation and financial records. • Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams. • Proficiency in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and account review activities. • Experience with QuickBooks is strongly preferred. • Familiarity with Fishbowl software and background in food and beverage manufacturing, corporate grocery, or related industries is a plus.

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Winnetka, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Deduction Analyst to support accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Northfield, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position will focus on researching customer deductions, resolving payment discrepancies, and strengthening billing accuracy across high-volume retail accounts. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and account reconciliation, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review and resolve customer deduction claims by analyzing supporting documentation, validating charges, and driving timely closure of open items. • Manage deduction activity for large retail partners such as Walmart, Meijer, C&S, Ahold, Kroger, and similar national or regional accounts. • Assist with billing and payment issue resolution by coordinating with stakeholders to address discrepancies and improve collection outcomes. • Work closely with internal teams to reconcile account activity, enhance reporting accuracy, and support efficient financial operations. • Maintain thorough and well-organized records to support audit readiness, compliance standards, and historical account tracking. • Use Excel to identify deduction patterns, perform account analysis, and prepare reports that support decision-making and follow-up actions. • Investigate complex account variances and recommend practical solutions to reduce recurring deduction issues. • Contribute to cross-functional process improvements related to deductions, reconciliations, and customer account management.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z