Commission Analyst, Corporate Services Team

About Us

A ton of companies boast their unlimited PTO and dog-friendly offices, or maybe these days, discounted streaming sweat sessions. We get that and we love that. But at C.A. Fortune, we’re so much more than just cool perks. We’re committed to investing in our people because ultimately, they are who define us. We welcome diversity, value curiosity, and love uniqueness. We strive to provide a space for individuals to become a better version of themselves each day, not only for themselves, but for their teammates, their clients, and their customers.

At C.A. Fortune, we aspire to maintain our position as the nation’s leading consumer brands agency. We realize how fortunate we are (yes, pun intended?), to offer a comprehensive solution to our clients from sales management, to marketing, all the way down to insights, and e-comm. The beauty of that is not only in our breadth of services to our clients, but what that provides us. And that’s the opportunity for individuals (aka future employees, aka you) to find a perfect fit within our org. If you’re a go-getter, willing to roll-up-your-sleeves, are a creative(ish) thinker, you don’t mind parent jokes, and appreciate feedback loops, then we’re probably, ok certainly, the company you’re looking for.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Commission Analyst to help us achieve our financial goals. This role is primarily responsible for reviewing monthly commission statements provided by our clients and comparing them to contract terms and our internal order records to ensure the company is being paid properly.  The role requires the analyst to prepare detailed reconciliations, enter data into our systems, and analyze and research discrepancies.  The ideal candidate will pro-actively reach out to clients as needed, but also help us design an efficient process to maintain our records in a consistent, organized, and reliable manner.  The analyst should be comfortable working with large data sets, often in Excel, and have a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities 

1. Analyze and maintain records of sales and commission data through various sources.
2. Collaborate with Client Management Team and/or Order Management Team, on resolving commission-relate issues.
3. Resolve and co-relate actual commission and internal data.
4. Diagnose variations in rates, sales, and adjustments data, and make necessary amendments according to the client agreements.
5. Generate and maintain accurate aging reports for each assigned client.
6. Monitor accounts for nonpayment and other irregularities; track and resolve outstanding payment issues.
7. Work closely with team leads, management and client to resolve disputes.
8. Initiate collection activities and reporting in line with specific deadlines.

Requirements:

1. 2+ years’ experience in accounts reconciliation
2. Ability to use Microsoft software, especially Excel - Advance level
3. Excellent attention to detail
4. Strong organizational skills
5. Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. A persistent but polite, friendly, and diplomatic manner
8. Experience in food brokerage industry a huge plus

Location:

•       C.A. Fortune HQ, 651 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661                                                                                                                                              

Reporting Structure:

• Accounts Receivable Supervisor

Compensation:

• Salary commensurate with level of experience and current market landscape
• Benefits package available - medical, dental, life insurance, 401k match (up to a certain percentage),
• Additional Options – vision, short term & long-term disability
• Company provided computer