AR Accounting & Reporting Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Receivable Accounting and Control Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the accounts receivable process efficiently and accurately, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices, and implementing effective controls to mitigate risks. The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

A glimpse of your daily mission:

1.    Accounts Receivable Management:

• Monitor and maintain accounts receivable aging reports to track outstanding balances.

• Review and reconcile customer accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Generate and send invoices to customers in a timely manner.

• Follow up on overdue invoices and initiate collection efforts.

• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve billing discrepancies or disputes.

• Process customer payments and accurately apply them to respective accounts.

2.    Control Implementation and Compliance:

• Develop and implement robust controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.

• Review existing AR processes and identify areas for improvement.

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct regular audits of AR transactions to identify potential issues or irregularities.

• Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to address findings and implement corrective actions.

3.    Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare periodic reports on accounts receivable performance, aging analysis, and collection trends.

• Analyze AR data to identify patterns, trends, and areas of concern.

• Provide insights and recommendations to management based on analysis findings.

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and support internal/external audits as needed.

• Supporting on Corporate reporting packages (Reserve review, YE review, Lease, Tax, Insurance, Fixed Assets)

4.    Customer Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.

• Communicate effectively with sales, customer service, and other relevant departments to ensure alignment on customer accounts and billing matters.

• Collaborate with sales teams to review customer credit terms and make recommendations for adjustments as needed.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or a certification in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, or finance role.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, particularly in accounts receivable.

• Experience in accounting software like SAP or other ERP tool is an added advantage.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficient in English and Dutch. German is a plus.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

About us

Haworth is one of the world's largest manufacturers of office furniture, providing solutions for tomorrow's customers worldwide. At the center of our work is the human being: What does a person need to work, what push them, motivate them and what makes people feel comfortable at work? Only if we can answer that question, we are able to introduce designs to our customers that will make them achieve their goals. To stay one step ahead, we invest in our own research, have a worldwide network of interesting partners and are part of think tanks around the world who are trying to think ahead.

The family-owned company, headquartered in Holland, Michigan/United States, employs more than 8.000 people and is represented in more than 150 countries in Asia, Europe and America with subsidiaries and partners.