AR Accountant

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　　Date:Jan 22, 2024

　　Location: Mont-Saint-Guibert, Mont-Saint-Guibert, Belgium

　　Company: Oregon Tool

　　Go one better, together.

　　We’ve built something we’re extremely proud of, and we think it’s time you became part of it. Working at Oregon Tool Europe SA., you’ll build your career and do your best work while contributing to the whole of the company. We're for those who lean into challenges and expect that same attitude from the people around them. We’re a goal-oriented organization that’s firmly committed to creating opportunities for Team Members’ talents to shine and inspire the individuals around them so that we all win together.

　　At 2,400 Team Members across the globe, you're more than just a link in a chain. From new products, programs, and business units, Oregon Tool gives you the space to make systemic change within our business. How will you make your mark?

　　The purpose of this position is to perform Accounts Receivable, Credit and Collections functions. By skillfully performing duties surrounding the following three key functions, this position helps to both maintain good customer relations and protect the value of our Accounts Receivable portfolio. It also requires to work closely with the customer service and sales organization and to inform them about collection issues with our customers, outgoing claims, or unpaid invoices. The role will cover several European locations

　　Location: Mont-Saint-Guibert, Belgium

　　Reports to: AR Team Leader

　　Responsibilities: Credit Collection & Treasury activities

　　 Release orders with credit block following the credit policy.

　　 Assist with credit investigation for new and existing customers. Ensure it's performed according to the Oregon credit policy in a well-informed, sound manner.

　　 Update customer’s credit master data.

　　 Key person to ensure that customer accounts are kept current

　　 Maintain accurate customer account records.

　　 Track, follow-up and resolve unallocated payments, disputes and deduction items. Resolve credit issues with customers

　　 Respond to customer requests and inquiries for information/documentation on their accounts.

　　 Interface with customer service & sales organization to communicate credit decisions and ensure timely review of new customers.

　　 Achieve, set collection targets whilst maintaining a high quality of customer service.

　　 Post bank statements daily

　　 Clear customer balances and cash transit accounts.

　　 Track, follow-up pending payments to post.

　　 Involved in the payment execution process (approval request and follow-up)

　　 Help in the cash forecast exercise for trade incoming payments.

　　 Ensure month-end close entries related to credit collections and treasury.

　　 Various audit compliance work.

　　Education, Knowledge & Experience:

　　 Bachelor's degree in accounting is required

　　 A First experience in credit is nice to have

　　 Experience with SAP software is a must

　　 Fluent in French.

　　 English or German skills is a plus.

　　Skills/Abilities:

　　 Effective written and oral communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical terms

　　 Strong data analysis skills, Excel spreadsheet skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software tools

　　 Skills in continuous learning, flexibility, and customer focus

　　 Problem solving mindset, proactive attitude, team player and able to work with teams who are globally dispersed

　　 Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

　　WHO WE ARE:

　　Oregon Tool, Inc. is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting-tool platform. At Oregon Tool, Inc., it is our goal to create, cultivate and sustain a global, inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our employees and customers. We invite and encourage applications from all skilled individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company #SharperTogether.

　　To learn more about our company and history visit us at: www.oregontool.com

　　During the application process we will not ask for or collect any confidential, proprietary, or sensitive personally identifiable information (e.g., date of birth; driver’s license number; or credit card, bank account or other financial information). If you submit such information, you do so at your own risk, and we will not be liable to you or responsible for consequences of your submission. This notice should not be construed as an offer of employment or creating any terms of employment.