Financial Analyst I (contract)

• 6-month contract, potential for extension
  
  

This is the pay range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for this position $26.20/hour - $31.65/hour

Optional Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Job Title: Financial Analyst (Contract)

Location: Eagan, MN- Hybrid

Duration: 6-Month Contract (Potential for Extension)

Job Description

As a part of the Distributor Finance Discrepancy Team this position will be responsible for the identification and resolution of complex billback discrepancies. This position will work actively with distributor partners, field representatives and other Ecolab departments to resolve discrepancies and ensure adherence to Ecolab policy effectively and efficiently.

What You Will Do

• Leverage SAP, BEx Reporting, and Excel to complete in depth review of assigned distributor accounts across multiple EBS divisions
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex deductions/discrepancies within established service level standards
• Reconcile receivables across multiple accounts and EBS divisions
• Work directly with internal and external stakeholders to reduce billback discrepancies
• Properly document reason(s) for discrepancies, indicator codes, and account comments; initiate system status and complete appropriate follow-up through the point of resolution
• Process credit memos and general ledger adjustments within the assigned guidelines
• Manage workload and complete assigned duties to ensure commitments are delivered on time
• May be required to assist on moderate to complex special projects
• Handles escalated issues from internal / external customers
• Identify high-risk scenarios and partner with management to minimize risk
• Coordinate, drive and participate in internal prep sessions for quarterly divisional reviews
• Partner effectively with various internal departments (i.e. Customer Service, Sales, Finance, Billing, Credit)
• Participate in and support ongoing systems and process enhancements
• Demonstrates urgency to resolve issues with internal and external customers.
• Uses sound judgment in decisions and interactions with internal and external customers
• Effectively communicate status of items within areas of responsibility to any customer, distributor, or field associate
• Work week and shift: Monday – Friday 8-5, flexible on start and end time; Hybrid working model – in office 60% / remote up to 40%
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field
• 1-2 years previous experience in customer service, finance/accounting or related field, additional education may be substituted in part
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills
• No Immigration Sponsorship Available
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous analytical experience with a high aptitude for research, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Customer service focused; ability to partner with internal/external contacts
• Problem resolution skills and experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite software (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook), SAP
• Ability to handle confidential information