Merchandiser Assistant I

About the Role

The Merchandiser Assistant I is responsible for proper control procedures, including accounts payable and adherence to all company and division policies. This role manages payables systematically and timely, maximizing credit terms with vendors. Key duties include vendor management related to accounts payable, such as settlement reconciliation, invoice management, and serving as the primary communications contact for related issues. This is a customer-facing role, so customer service and relationship development are critical to success.

• Process freight payments/ticket upload or creation daily.
• Process final settlements in a timely manner.
• Process daily cash receipts and follow up on outstanding receivables and unapplied cash.
• Assist merchandisers and customers with accounting questions.
• Develop a basic understanding of our business to identify potential issues or opportunities and provide feedback to traders.
• Occasionally assist merchandisers in freight/logistical issues.
• Work with internal and external customers to proactively identify and solve problems.
• Maintain an organized digital filing system, including invoices, contracts, reports, and payment receipts.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of inventories.
• Review reports such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Freight Analysis, and other miscellaneous reports on a daily/weekly basis to identify actionable items and resolve them.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Controller to ensure procedures and policies are followed.
• Report all perceived control policy and procedure concerns to the Assistant Controller.
• Partner with internal teams to support and promote technology enhancements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and completely.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills for multiple tasks.
• Strong mathematical and analytical ability.
• Customer-centric, self-motivated problem solver.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable principles and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and a desire to learn new programs.

About the Company

Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business focuses on feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. We are a $7 billion company with 1,400 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia. Scoular is committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees and supports customers and communities globally. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people.