Accounts Receivable Specialist
About this role
Company Description
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Job Description
An Accounts Receivable (AR) job involves managing customer payments, from generating invoices and sending bills to tracking collections, applying payments, reconciling accounts, and resolving billing issues to ensure timely cash flow and accurate financial records for the company. Key duties include monitoring customer accounts, communicating with clients about outstanding balances, processing refunds, and generating financial reports for management.
Payment Processing: Posting customer payments, matching receipts to invoices, and managing various payment methods.
Collections: Monitoring overdue accounts, sending reminders, contacting customers, and negotiating payment plans.
Account Management: Maintaining accurate AR ledgers, reconciling accounts, and resolving billing discrepancies.
Reporting: Preparing daily, monthly, or periodic reports on AR status, aging, and cash flow.
Collaboration: Working with sales, customer service, and finance teams to streamline processes and ensure data accuracy.
Invoicing & Billing: Creating and sending invoices, statements, and credit/debit notes.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
Skills: Detail-oriented, strong communication (written/verbal), problem-solving, organization, and collaboration.
Tools: Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and spreadsheet programs (e.g., Excel).
Education: Often a high school diploma or associate's degree in accounting or finance; a bachelor's degree may be required for advanced roles.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance General knowledge of accounting principles - required
- Minimum 4 years of related professional experience in Accounting / Finance – required (if this experience is within an SSC environment it is an advantage)
- Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have)
Additional Information
For Pooling
Hybrid Setup
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