Accounts Receivable Specialist (AR Specialist)

Job DetailsDescriptionThe vacancyYou are responsible for collection of the open receivable balances and general accounting related to sales and accounts receivable. As our account receivable specialist you are engaged in the preparation of analyses and reports and you are the first point of contact for our customers.What can you expect from Ranpak?Suitable salary based on experience and education;Working within an international environment;Holiday payment and travel allowance;Affordable insurance policies via Centraal Beheer, CZ and/or VGZ;Premium-free WIA gap insurance;Opportunity to grow.What are you going to do?Invoice Processing: Generate accurate and timely invoices for customers based on sales transactions, ensuring adherence to contract terms and pricing agreements. Verify the completeness and accuracy of invoice details, including pricing, quantities, discounts, and taxes.Collections Management: Monitor and follow up on outstanding accounts receivable balances to ensure timely payment. Contact customers via phone, email, or other communication channels to resolve payment issues, provide necessary documentation, and address any inquiries or disputes promptly. Maintain a professional and customer-centric approach while effectively negotiating and managing payment plans when necessary.Payment Processing: Record incoming payments accurately and efficiently, reconciling customer payments with outstanding invoices. Identify and resolve discrepancies or variances, ensuring accurate and up-to-date account balances.Account Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliation of accounts receivable ledger, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues identified during the reconciliation process, collaborating with relevant teams to resolve outstanding items.Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports, including aging reports, cash forecasts, and collections status, to provide insights into the accounts receivable function. Analyze trends and metrics to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimize cash flow management. Assist in the preparation of financial statements and provide support during audits as required.Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, acting as a point of contact for billing-related inquiries and providing exceptional customer service. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as sales, customer service, and finance, to resolve customer issues and ensure a seamless payment experience.Cash forecasts: Prepare a cash forecast for the receipts and make a comparison with the actual receipts. Keep a tracker up to date with the planned invoices based on high value contracts with customers.New customer creation: Playing an active role in setup of new customers and taking care that the customers are created timely in SAP.Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve accounts receivable processes and procedures to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. Identify opportunities for automation and system enhancements to streamline workflows and reduce manual intervention.About RanpakSustainability, plastic pollution, and climate change have never been more at the forefront of our world as they are today.Sustainability has been in our DNA since our founding in 1972. The goal then was to create the first environmentally responsible system to protect products during shipment and today, our mission remains the same: To deliver sustainable packaging solutions that help improve supply chain performance and costs, reduce environmental impact, and support a variety of growing business needs globally. The development and improvement of materials, technologies (such as automation) and total solution systems have earned a reputation as an innovative leader in eCommerce and industrial supply chain solutions.The customers span across a variety of industries including automotive parts, electronics, eCommerce, machinery, and home goods. Our customers include IKEA, Omoda and BMW.The corporate headquarters are in Concord Township, Ohio with European and Asia Pacific headquarters in Eygelshoven, the Netherlands and Singapore City, Singapore, respectively.This position will be based out of the EMEA headquarters in Eygelshoven, Kerkrade (south-east of the Netherlands, close to the German and Belgian borders). This is a brand-new facility with warehouse space of 25.000m2 and more than 6.000m2 of corporate offices.What does Ranpak expect from you?High school diploma or equivalent, with a degree in accounting or finance preferredIdeally have 3 years of Accounts Receivable experience within US MNCs, accounting in US GAAPMust display strong understanding of accounting principlesAble to read/write/speak Dutch and English with full professional proficiencyAwareness of SOX compliance desiredComputer literacy (Excel – pivot tables, vlookup) a plusExperience with ERP systems e.g. SAP a plusGood organizational and time-management skillsCapable of working independently and in teamsProblem-solving skills with hands-on mentalityDetailed and deadline-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasksAre you interested in this role or do you have any questions? Apply to this vacancy or contact janssen.wayne@ranpak.com