Associate Financial Analyst I

As a part of the Distributor Finance Discrepancy Team - Associate Financial Analyst I 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

Benefits

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Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.