Spectris · 2 months ago
AR Accountant
Spectris plc is a leading company in the test, measurement and data analytics industry, and they are seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join their Central Europe Cash Management team. The role involves monitoring and collecting accounts receivable, ensuring accurate records, and improving processes within the finance function.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting customers via telephone and E-Mail
Clarification of open items, clarification in case of payment differences and account reconciliation
Monitor incoming payments
Dunning via SAP-FI
Submission of overdue receivables to the collection agency
Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, non collectable amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared
Negotiations with customers in case of delayed payments, agreement of payment terms and installment plans
Correspondence with customers, sales, collection agencies and attorneys
Processing of insolvency cases
Maintenance of lists of bad debts
Review and processing of customer advance payments and overpayments
Participate in the monthly closing procedure
Prepare documentation for auditors
Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts receivable processes - identifying areas of performance improvement
Qualification
Required
Experience in accounts receivable or related financial roles
Proficiency in SAP-FI or similar ERP systems
Strong communication skills for customer interaction
Ability to negotiate payment terms and installment plans
Experience in account reconciliation and monitoring incoming payments
Familiarity with dunning processes and collection agency interactions
Ability to maintain accurate accounts receivable records
Experience in handling insolvency cases and bad debts
Ability to participate in monthly closing procedures
Experience in preparing documentation for auditors
Strong analytical skills to identify areas for performance improvement
Company
Spectris
Spectris is a supplier of tech instruments, test equipment, and software for the industrial applications.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-07-02Acquired
2024-11-11Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1988-11-29IPO
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