Job Title:  AR Accountant (m/f/d)

Your tasks:   

• Support the finance team in forecasting incoming cash receipts
• Preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing processes as required
• Proactively maintain strong customer relationships to encourage timely collection of payments, minimizing credit risk and optimizing cash flow
• Call / email customers to resolve issues with delinquent accounts, keeping accurate records of collections and other customer communications
• Escalate issues to cross functional teams / management to address discrepancies and expedite resolution
• Support posting of cash receipts, and customer account reconciliations, including customer advance payment reconciliations
• Assist with SOX compliance and audit documentation/testing requirements.

Your skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• At least 3 years of related accounting experience
• Proficiency using ERP and Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate Excel skills, required).
• Knowledge of GAAP and SOX controls.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of staff.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize and shift focus to meet changing business demands.
• Ability to work independently under pressure, multi-task and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Ability to work extended hours, especially during month-end, quarter-end and year-end for closing purposes. 
• Demonstrates commitment to achieving both personal & company goals / objectives.