Procurement Accountant

The Procurement Analyst – Rebates & Cash Applications supports Elior North America’s procurement operations by managing the end-to-end rebate billing and cash application process. This position plays a critical role in ensuring rebate revenue from food supplier contracts is accurately invoiced, collected, applied, and reconciled.

• Prepare, issue, and track rebate invoices to food and supply vendors in accordance with contractual terms
• Manage intake of rebate-related cash receipts and supporting documentation
• Monitor open receivables and follow up with vendors on outstanding rebate payments
• Communicate directly with suppliers via email regarding invoices, payment status, and discrepancies

• Apply customer and supplier payments accurately in the ERP system
• Post cash receipts and ensure payments are applied to the correct invoices and accounts
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, short pays, over payments, and discrepancies
• Perform reconciliations related to rebate receivables and cash activity

• Prepare and post journal entries related to rebates, cash receipts, and adjustments
• Assist with account reconciliations tied to supplier rebates and AR balances
• Support month-end close activities related to rebate revenue and cash application

• Ensure rebate billing and cash processes comply with contract terms, internal controls, and company policies
• Maintain organized documentation to support audits and internal reviews
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization within rebate and cash processes

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable, cash applications, and reconciliations
• High attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume, transactional environment
• Strong written communication skills, particularly for vendor follow-up and issue resolution
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP, GP, or similar preferred)
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize work, and follow up consistently
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with Procurement, Accounting, and external vendors

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2 + years of experience in accounts receivable, cash application, billing, or similar transactional role
• Experience working with supplier rebates, invoicing, or contract-based billing is a plus

This position is based on site at our hub location in Minneapolis, MN, 3 days in office and 2 days remote.

Office

Location:

1515 Central Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

$60,000.00 to $65,000.00, commensurate with experience.

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity