Senior Rebate Analyst

Michigan, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Position Summary:

The Senior Rebate Analyst is a pivotal role that goes beyond standard accounting. We are looking for achange agentandprocess ownerwho will leverage advanced data analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (like Six Sigma/Lean) to transform our complex rebate operations. You will take the lead in identifying designing and implementing solutions that resolve major systemic challenges and ambiguous data issues directly impacting the teams capacity and saving the organization valuable time.

You will act as the key analytical partner to leadership with significant autonomy to explore new solutions and collaborate on strategic projects including integrating new technologies like Robotic Process Automation (RPA).

What you will do:

Your key focus will be moving the needle on efficiency especially within the first six months.

Actively seek out and diagnose majorprocess inefficienciesand systemic roadblocks.
Design and implement quantifiable solutions (leveraging Lean/Six Sigma principles) to simplify complex manual rebate processes.
Collaborate with the IT/RPA team to identify and facilitate opportunities forRobotic Process Automation (RPA) acting as the subject matter expert to transition manual work to automated workflows.
Resolve data ambiguity issues by defining clear data requirements and structures to ensure clean actionable information drives the rebate process.
Utilize advanced data tools (SAP/ERP strongExcel/Data Modeling and BI tools likeTableau/Power BI/Alteryx) to process manipulate and analyze large volumes of complex rebate data.
Prepare and present robust data analysis for leadership going beyond basic reporting to provide strategic insights into accrual monitoring and discrepancy investigation.
Lead the investigation and resolution of complex rebate disputes and exceptions with a high degree of autonomy ensuring timely and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders (including the Sales team).
Oversee the integrity of the rebate portfolio including preparing and analyzing account reconciliations monitoring accruals and supporting the month-end close process.
Conduct quarterly reviews and annual audits of key controls ensuring integrity and compliance.
Coordinate oversee and act as a subject matter expert/mentor for other Analysts and provide backup support in the Supervisor/Managers absence.

When you will work:

Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Hybrid Work Schedule: 4 days in office 1 day from home.

What Youll Bring to the Table:

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a proven track record of using data to improve financial operations.

A minimum of 3 years of Accounting/Financial Analysis experience or equivalent.
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
Direct experience applying continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma Lean) and quantifying the impact of process changes.
Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel(Pivot Tables VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs Advanced Formulas andData Modeling).
Strong experience with anERP system (SAP experience preferred)and comfort interacting with BI/Data visualization tools (e.g. Alteryx Tableau Power BI).
Experience or familiarity withRobotic Process Automation (RPA)principles is a distinct advantage.
Results-oriented highly analytical and possesses the drive and autonomy to take ownership of complex projects and systemic challenges.

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Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability please submit your request to and use the words Accommodation Request in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.

Required Experience:

Senior IC