Deductions Analyst - Non-Trade

Business Unit Overview Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook for the latest news. Location Description As a Post Consumer Brands virtual team member, your primary mission is to make better happen... virtually. At Post, your health and happiness are one of our top priorities, so take some time to set up your office or workspace in a way that suits you best while enhancing your creativity, thinking and productivity. While working, spend time collaborating and building connections with your team, whether it is a video happy hour or a visit to the corporate office. Responsibilities Deductions Analyst, Non‑Trade Remote (Minnesota residents only) About the Role At Post Consumer Brands, we believe great work happens when smart, curious people are empowered to solve meaningful problems. As a Deductions Analyst, Non‑Trade , you’ll play a critical role in protecting revenue, strengthening customer relationships, and driving continuous improvement across our order‑to‑cash process. In this role, you’ll dig into complex customer deductions, analyze root causes, and partner cross‑functionally to resolve issues efficiently and accurately. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys investigative work, values precision, and wants to make a visible impact in a collaborative, people‑first environment. Key Responsibilities Research, analyze, and resolve customer deductions to determine validity and required follow‑up actions Verify deductions are set up accurately, including amounts, customer details, and reference numbers Identify deduction root causes (pricing, post‑audit, unsaleables, shortages/damages, fines and fees, etc.) and determine appropriate resolution paths Ensure deductions meet proof‑of‑performance requirements and prevent duplicate deductions Initiate and track collection efforts for unauthorized deductions, escalating internally when needed Process approved deductions, credits, and settlements accurately within the Deduction Management System Match repayments and reconcile credits, open cash, and deductions to resolve discrepancies Pull invoices, proof of performance, and supporting documentation from customer portals, brokers, or freight carriers Generate deduction reporting and share insights, trends, and recurring issues with internal partners Collaborate with Sales, Credit, Customer Operations, and other teams to resolve issues and improve processes Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute ideas that make the work smarter and more efficient Qualifications What We’re Looking For Education & Experience Two‑year accounting degree or certificate (or equivalent experience) with foundational knowledge of credits, debits, collections, and data entry 3–5 years of Accounts Receivable experience, with a strong focus on deduction resolution and collections Experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, deduction processing, proof of performance, and account reconciliation Skills & Capabilities Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Self‑motivated, curious, and professional, with strong written communication abilities Comfortable working across multiple systems and collaborating with diverse teams Intermediate proficiency in Excel and Word Experience with Order‑to‑Cash or deduction management tools (e.g., HighRadius, GetPaid) is a plus Why You’ll Love This Role Meaningful impact: Your work directly protects revenue and improves how we serve our customers Ownership & autonomy: You’ll be trusted to manage complex issues and drive solutions from start to finish Collaborative culture: Work alongside supportive teammates who value partnership, curiosity, and continuous improvement Growth mindset: Be part of a company that combines the scale and stability of a big organization with the agility and attitude of a smaller one Remote flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of a remote role while staying connected to a Minnesota‑based team and community Location & Travel This is a remote position open to candidates local to Minnesota only No regular travel is required Ready to Make an Impact If you’re energized by problem‑solving, motivated by accuracy and accountability, and excited to be part of a company where your ideas and contributions truly matter, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep Post Consumer Brands moving forward - one smart solution at a time. The pay range for this position is $23.31 to $31.70 per hour. Deductions Analyst, Non‑Trade Remote (Minnesota residents only) About the Role At Post Consumer Brands, we believe great work happens when smart, curious people are empowered to solve meaningful problems. As a Deductions Analyst, Non‑Trade , you'll play a critical role in protecting revenue, strengthening customer relationships, and driving continuous improvement across our order‑to‑cash process. In this role, you'll dig into complex customer deductions, analyze root causes, and partner cross‑functionally to resolve issues efficiently and accurately. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys investigative work, values precision, and wants to make a visible impact in a collaborative, people‑first environment. Key Responsibilities Research, analyze, and resolve customer deductions to determine validity and required follow‑up actions Verify deductions are set up accurately, including amounts, customer details, and reference numbers Identify deduction root causes (pricing, post‑audit, unsaleables, shortages/damages, fines and fees, etc.) and determine appropriate resolution paths Ensure deductions meet proof‑of‑performance requirements and prevent duplicate deductions Initiate and track collection efforts for unauthorized deductions, escalating internally when needed Process approved deductions, credits, and settlements accurately within the Deduction Management System Match repayments and reconcile credits, open cash, and deductions to resolve discrepancies Pull invoices, proof of performance, and supporting documentation from customer portals, brokers, or freight carriers Generate deduction reporting and share insights, trends, and recurring issues with internal partners Collaborate with Sales, Credit, Customer Operations, and other teams to resolve issues and improve processes Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute ideas that make the work smarter and more efficient What We're Looking For Education & Experience Two‑year accounting degree or certificate (or equivalent experience) with foundational knowledge of credits, debits, collections, and data entry 3-5 years of Accounts Receivable experience, with a strong focus on deduction resolution and collections Experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, deduction processing, proof of performance, and account reconciliation Skills & Capabilities Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Self‑motivated, curious, and professional, with strong written communication abilities Comfortable working across multiple systems and collaborating with diverse teams Intermediate proficiency in Excel and Word Experience with Order‑to‑Cash or deduction management tools (e.g., HighRadius, GetPaid) is a plus Why You'll Love This Role Meaningful impact: Your work directly protects revenue and improves how we serve our customers Ownership & autonomy: You'll be trusted to manage complex issues and drive solutions from start to finish Collaborative culture: Work alongside supportive teammates who value partnership, curiosity, and continuous improvement Growth mindset: Be part of a company that combines the scale and stability of a big organization with the agility and attitude of a smaller one Remote flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of a remote role while staying connected to a Minnesota‑based team and community Location & Travel This is a remote position open to candidates local to Minnesota only No regular travel is required Ready to Make an Impact If you're energized by problem‑solving, motivated by accuracy and accountability, and excited to be part of a company where your ideas and contributions truly matter, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep Post Consumer Brands moving forward - one smart solution at a time.