Senior Accounts Receivable Analyst (CPG Mfg.)
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Contract Job #28685 Salary: $30-$50 [Per Hour] Position: Senior Accounts Receivable Analyst — Consumer Goods Manufacturing Department: Accounting & Finance Industry: Consumer Goods Manufacturing / Food & Beverage Reports To: Cash Manager and/or Corporate Controller Location: Downtown Chicago, IL Schedule: Hybrid (Tues, Wed, Thu in-office); Walking distance to train station Compensation: Contract Pay Rate: $30/hour – $50/hour Direct Hire: $80,000 – $100,000 base salary Position Overview: IFG-US is partnering with a client to identify a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accounts Receivable Analyst to support the financial operations of a fast-paced food and beverage manufacturing company. This role is responsible for managing complex accounts receivable activities, overseeing collections, reconciling customer accounts, analyzing deductions and chargebacks (including tracking customer-level deductions for budgeting), and partnering cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Service, Supply Chain, and major retail customers – both direct and indirect revenue streams. The ideal candidate has strong experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) or manufacturing environments, understands retailer compliance programs, multi-level distribution channels, and various routes to market, and deduction management, and thrives in a high-volume transactional setting. Intake Call Notes: Consumer Goods Manufacturing industry experience required Processing customer payments is primary scope of this role Low daily volume (6 – 10 payments received daily, mostly electronic, a few checks go to lockbox) Complex payments (each payment could be 5 or more invoices with 30 or more different deductions) 80% of the work is related to deductions analysis Wholesale, Retail (volume-based [e.g., BOGO], promotions, damaged goods, late delivery, etc.) Big Box (Costco, Walmart, Sam’s Club, Publix, Safeway); 50 smaller chains Distributors: Dot’s, KeHE Excel: Pivot tables, vLookups, sumifs (all required) ERP: X3 Sage preferred (other large ERP also okay: SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.) EDI: True Commerce (manage customer comments in their individual portals) Key Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end accounts receivable processes for assigned customer accounts, including invoicing, cash application, collections, deductions, and dispute resolution. Analyze and reconcile customer accounts to ensure timely and accurate payment activity while adhering to agreed-upon credit limits. Investigate and resolve pricing discrepancies, shortages, returns, promotional deductions, and chargebacks. Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on past-due balances to minimize bad debt exposure. Partner with Sales and Customer Service teams to resolve customer payment issues and improve collection cycles Prepare weekly and monthly AR reporting, KPIs (DSO), aging analysis, and cash forecasting updates. Manage bi-weekly meetings and review sessions of aged trial balances with Sales, Finance, and select Executive Leadership Team members. Support month-end and year-end close activities related to receivables and revenue reconciliation Maintain compliance with company policies, customer agreements, and internal controls. Assist with process improvement initiatives to streamline AR operations and enhance reporting accuracy. Collaborate with external auditors and internal finance leadership during audits and reviews. Utilize ERP systems and reporting tools to analyze financial data and identify trends or risks. Mentor cross-functional staff and provide guidance on deduction resolution and account management best practices. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field 4–7+ years of accounts receivable or credit & collections experience in consumer goods, food & beverage, or manufacturing industries Strong understanding of retailer deductions, chargebacks, promotional programs, and dispute management Experience working with high-volume national retail accounts preferred Proficiency with ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or similar platforms Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment Experience with EDI transactions and customer portals is a plus. Preferred Experience: Background in food and beverage manufacturing or CPG environments Experience supporting major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Costco, Kroger, or regional grocery chains Familiarity with trade promotions and deduction management platforms Continuous improvement or process optimization experience Key Competencies: Financial analysis Deduction management Customer relationship management Attention to detail Cross-functional collaboration Time management Critical thinking Process improvement mindset For immediate consideration, please email your resume in Word format to Cameron at cameronwall@ifgus.com Apply Now
Intercompany Agent Level 3
Location: Itasca, Illinois Type: Contract Job #28658 Salary: $57,000 Intercompany Accounting Specialist (Level III) About the Opportunity We are partnering with a global organization in the logistics and supply chain space that is expanding its international accounting team. This role supports intercompany accounting operations across multiple global entities, offering strong exposure to cross-border financial activity and internal growth opportunities. Position Overview This role is responsible for supporting intercompany accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including reconciliations, discrepancy resolution, and settlement processing across domestic and international entities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with frequent cross-functional communication. Key Responsibilities Perform account reconciliations across multiple entities and ledgers Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and account variances Coordinate and process intercompany settlements (payments and collections) Support accounts receivable and accounts payable activities related to intercompany transactions Communicate with internal teams and global partners to resolve issues and ensure accuracy Assist with cash flow tracking and account maintenance Monitor shared inboxes and respond to inquiries in a timely manner Support audit requests and maintain proper documentation of transactions Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives Qualifications 3–5+ years of experience in accounting, AR/AP, or reconciliations Strong understanding of account reconciliation and discrepancy resolution Experience working in multi-entity or shared services environments preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP required; Pivot Tables preferred) Strong communication skills, especially in email-based environments Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently Preferred Experience Background in logistics, transportation, or supply chain environments Exposure to intercompany accounting or settlement processes Experience with ERP or accounting systems Why This Role Exposure to global accounting operations Opportunity to grow within a high-performing, expanding team Hybrid flexibility with a collaborative work environment Clear path for career advancement Apply Now