Trade/Sales Assistant

Description We are looking for a diligent Trade/Sales Assistant based in Kansas City, Kansas. The role involves dealing with promotional deals, maintaining financial data accuracy, and supporting the department management with deal reconciliation issues. This job offers a contract to hire employment opportunity, highlighting the significance of adaptability and long-term commitment.Responsibilities: Conduct research to resolve short and long term promotional deals as per the division aging report Perform detailed aging analysis at the start of every new period to identify deals with a significant dollar loss, ensuring timely recovery of funds Prepare weekly and period balancing schedules to maintain the accuracy and currency of the financial data reported on the Trade Funds report Handle vendor repay requests on deals that have been previously reconciled to assist in dispute resolution Contribute to the period end close process, ensuring reconciled deals are accurately reported Provide support and feedback to department management regarding deal reconciliation issues Work on specific deals identified by management needing attention Utilize skills in billing, aging reports, and PeopleSoft to ensure efficient job performance. Requirements Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, higher education is a plus Prior experience in a Trade/Sales Assistant role is highly desirable Proficiency in billing procedures and practices Familiarity with Aging Reports and the ability to interpret them effectively Proficiency in using PeopleSoft software for various trade and sales tasks Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively Ability to work effectively in a team environment Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the role. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .