Accounts Receivable and Trade Spend Analyst

About Schweid & Sons 

Schweid & Sons is a family-owned and operated premium ground beef company with a proud heritage spanning four generations. We supply top-quality beef to Retail, Foodservice, and National Account customers across the U.S. and are committed to quality, customer service, and innovation in protein manufacturing. 

Position Summary 

The Accounts Receivable and Trade Spend Analyst is responsible for managing customer deductions, reconciling trade promotions, and supporting cash application activities. This role provides analytical support to Sales, Customer Service, and Finance teams to ensure accurate tracking of trade programs and timely resolution of receivable discrepancies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Accounts Receivable (AR) 

- Monitor and reconcile customer accounts to ensure timely payment. 

- Collaborate with customers and internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and aged receivables. 

- Support month-end close by preparing AR aging reports and journal entries. 

- Daily application of payments to the ERP. 

- Reporting and resolution of claims within individual customer portals. 

-Daily closing, review, and sending of invoices via the ERP. 

Trade Spend & Deductions 

- Monitor and process our deductions mailbox 

- Analyze and validate trade promotion deductions (MDFs, off-invoice deals, chargebacks, etc.). 

- Coordinate with Sales and Brokers to ensure trade claims are legitimate and supported. 

- Maintain a deduction log and track resolution status in alignment with internal SLAs. 

- Support accrual processes for trade spending by customer and program. 

Reporting & Analysis 

- Generate and analyze reports related to AR performance, deduction trends, and trade spend utilization. 

- Identify root causes of recurring deductions and propose process improvements. 

- Assist in developing dashboards to provide visibility to outstanding trade balances and ROI on promotions. 

Qualifications 

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 

- 2–4 years of experience in AR, deductions, or trade spend analysis, ideally in the CPG or food manufacturing industry. 

- Experience with ERP systems (Aspen Systems Canopy a plus) and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas). 

- Strong analytical and communication skills. 

- Ability to manage competing priorities and drive resolution across departments. 

Preferred Experience 

- Familiarity with customer portals and systems (e.g., iTrade, SPS Commerce). 

- Experience supporting Foodservice, Retail, and/or National Account customers. 

- Working knowledge of trade promotion processes and financial controls

 What We Offer

• The expected compensation for this role is $60,000- $65,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

• Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, HRA and voluntary disability benefits.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) + employer match and life insurance.
• Location: This is an on-site role located in East Rutherford, NJ.

Our Culture

At Schweid & Sons, our culture is built on our core values: Trust, Respect, Innovation, Passion, and Pride. We believe in creating an environment where people can collaborate, contribute ideas, and grow their careers while delivering the very best burger experience to our customers. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values its people as much as its product.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

At Schweid & Sons we believe that to build the best team, we must hire using an objective lens. We are committed to fair hiring practices where we hire people for their potential and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, we do not discriminate or make decisions based on your race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let your recruiter know how we can make your interview process work best for you.

Disclaimer 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.