Cash Application Analyst - AR
DESCRIPTION
GAR (Global Accounts Receivable) is looking for a proactive, customer and detail-oriented Unapplied Cash Calling analyst to support the Italy region. The successful candidate will be aligned with our Finance Operations – Global Accounts Receivable team and will be responsible for accounts receivable, customer queries and dispute resolution. You will be responsible for Cash Applications where in you need to have extensive knowledge and ability to perform day-to-day operations while maintaining SLA’s. Solving queries related to cash applications and coordination with customers is required. You should have an expert (SME) level understanding of O2C process, specifically cash application process involving research and application of unapplied cash, reconciliation of account, processing emails related to remittance advice from customers, etc.
As part of our commitment to your development, you will also gain exposure in cross-functional and process improvement projects, and your core responsibilities will include following:
Ensure timely closure of payments with high degree of accuracy
Respond to customer queries through call and/or email
Research unapplied payments and work with customer to identify the root cause and resolve open issues on account
Work with internal teams to drive process improvements and resolve escalations and discrepancies on customer account
Provide growth ideas for process standardization and automation through JDI/Kaizen projects
Perform QC and conduct refresher trainings with the team on best practice sharing
Perform complex reconciliations on customer payments
Highlight and address issues with the technical teams related to the discrepancies with the system
Working Conditions:
- Open office space on site
- Reports to Pasay office 5x a week
- The team supports Canada region. Work hours will be based on the region supported and business strategy (late mid shift/night shift schedule)
- Work during PH Holidays is required when business supported is operating
- Overtime may be required on critical and peak periods
Key job responsibilities
Reach out to the external customers via phone and email to get remittance instructions.
Knowledgeable in Accounts Receivable Cash application process.
Collecting and analyzing quantitative data
Use data analyses and statistical techniques to develop solutions to guide business decision making
Identify predictors and causes of business related problems and implement appropriate corrective solutions
Identify, develop, manage and execute analyses to uncover areas of opportunity and present written business recommendations
Collaborate with multiple teams as a leader of quantitative analysis and develop solutions that utilize the highest standards of analytical rigor and data integrity
Analyze and solve business problems at their root
Analyze trends and savings initiatives
Communicating results to business leaders with Finance, Accounting, Operations and Business Development
Perform other projects and duties as required
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
-Good Communication skills
-Experience of working on time critical/ time bound processes
-Advanced knowledge of Excel – including working with pivot & formulas
-Willing to work on shifting schedule.
-This is open for fresh graduates of a college degree.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-Preferably with a Bachelor Degree in Finance/Accounting as Major Subject.
-Preferably with Strong Cash Applications background.
-Good Communications skills – Written & Verbal
-Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Word or similar desktop application.
-Flexible to work in shifts.
-Good Communications skills – Written & Verbal.
-Exemplifies traits of being a team player.
-Has good interpersonal skills, hardworking, flexible, responsive and detail oriented.
-Can work under pressure/ with deadlines.
-With continuous improvement and critical mindset
-Advanced knowledge of Excel – including working with pivot & formulas
-Strong reconciliation skills.