Business Operations Analyst

Summary

Analyst, Business OperationsWe are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Operations Analyst to join our Business Operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of customer invoicing, as well as analyzing and reconciling billing data from both internal and third-party systems.

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

 

Position Summary We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Operations Analyst to join our Business Operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of customer invoicing, as well as analyzing and reconciling billing data from both internal and third-party systems.

 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities • Prepare/Analyze Invoicing/Billing o Prepare and process customer invoices in a timely and accurate mannero Analyze and reconcile billing data, identifying, and resolving any discrepancies

 

• Billing Accuracy o Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure billing data is accurate and up to dateo Manage customer billing inquires and resolve any issues in a timely mannero Work with Accounts Receivable to resolve client billing issues

 

• Compliance and Reporting o Maintain and update billing systems, procedures, and policieso Perform ad-hoc reporting and analysis as neededo Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports- May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

 

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

- Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job

 

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceField of Study/Area of Experience:

2-4 years of experience in finance and analysis

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Must be proactive, self-directed and independent• Must have strong analytical skills that lead to sound decision-making• Must be able to persuade and negotiate in a cooperative demeanor• Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task• Must have a strong customer service orientation• Must have good problem solving, organization and time management skills• Must have strong internet skills to creatively search and find information• Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills• Must be able to work well in a team environment• Excellent in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.

 

Environmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

 

Additional Information Regarding Advantage Solutions Job Duties and Job Descriptions Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

 

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