Finance Officer Accounts Receivable

Company's Profile

For one of our clients, we are looking for a Finance Officer Accounts Receivable with strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to work good with a team. As a Finance Officer, you'll handle various accounting and clerical tasks related to accounts receivable. This involves tasks such as processing incoming payments, monitoring outstanding balances, ensuring compliance with credit terms, and maintaining revenue accuracy by verifying and posting receipts. You'll report directly to the Controller.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage incoming customer payments and deposits, ensuring strict adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Review daily sales to confirm accurate recording of cash payments and proper documentation for credit sales, including proper acknowledgment of goods receipt.
• Review a sample of daily invoices to ensure correct sale prices and applied discounts.
• Perform weekly reconciliations for both bank and in-transit accounts.
• Collaborate with the bank to understand and resolve any discrepancies.
• Issue monthly statements to clients, streamlining the payment process for invoices.
• Verify and address discrepancies, resolving clients' billing issues promptly.
• Create a monthly aging report, offering transparent explanations for actions taken and outlining agreements made with clients regarding overdue amounts.
• Collaborate with account managers to analyze customer payment plans, history, and credit lines, effectively coordinating collection efforts.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration. 
• Has a strong understanding of accounting principles. 
• Brings a minimum of 3 years' relevant working experience in a similar position.
• Fluent in both English and Dutch; proficiency in Papiamentu and Spanish is a plus.
• Exhibits strong analytical skills to navigate complex financial scenarios.