Accounts Receivable Manager - Continental Europe
Reporting to the Group Head of Collections, this role is integral to the team's success.
The AR Manager - Continental Europe will manage client billing processes, ensure accuracy in fee calculations and support financial reporting.
1. Billing & Collections:
* Manage and execute billing and invoicing process for Continental Europe (Luxembourg and Switzerland), ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of invoices to clients in compliance with contractual agreements.
* Support finance customer master data for billing/invoicing purposes.
* Support Billings inbox, answering queries in a professional manner.
* Resolve billing discrepancies, disputes, and customer inquiries promptly.
* Develop understanding of GST/VAT requirements for products and ensure correct GST/VAT is applied to all invoices.
* Support collections process by partnering with Relationship Management and Credit Control teams to ensure timely invoice/client level information.
* Prioritize query resolution in regards to collection issues.
2. Reconciliations & Controls:
* Evaluate correctness of Policies and Procedures followed within prescribed controls in preparing billing calculations.
* FOLLOW prescribed requirements for coding/preparing invoices in Financial ERP system.
* Perform cash allocations for remittance from customers in line with Group Policy and Procedures as part of Bank Reconciliation process.
* Maintain accurate records of billing calculations and support internal audits.
3. Reporting & Analysis:
* Participate in generation of Accounts Receivable Analysis and KPIs in line with Group reporting requirements.
* Prepare Aged Accounts Receivable Analysis to support collections process for Continental Europe.
* Liaise with Legal Entity Financial Controllers and Record to Report Accountants at Month End.
* Participate in annual audit process including providing timely responses to queries as required.
4. Collaboration & Partnering:
* Collaborate with internal teams, such as Business Development, Relationship Management, Onboarding, Local Finance Teams, and Legal Department.
* Establish and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and financial institutions.
* Collaborate with colleagues across Waystone Group, ensuring effective collaboration, communication, and development of solutions.
* Assist in any process improvements, including enhancing Accounts Receivable/Billing calculation Policies & Procedures and technology system improvements.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
* 5 to 7+ years experience in Accounts Receivable role with billing and collection responsibilities.
* Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
* Proficiency in using accounting software and ERP systems for AR functions; Sage Intacct and Salesforce experience is preferable but not necessary.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under deadlines.