Accounts Receivable Sweet

IRCA is a leading international provider of semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry and gelato markets, serving independent producers as well as large food manufacturers (e.g. CPG). Core products include chocolate, chocolate decorations, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other bakery / pastry ingredients.
The Company, headquartered in Italy, was acquired by Advent International, the global Private Equity firm, in July 2022, and has a strong track record of growth over the last decade.
Thanks to the recent acquisitions of important players in the belonging market, IRCA is becoming a global leader in the semi-finished ingredients industry, with 22 manufacturing facilities in Europe, US and Vietnam and a combined €1 billion of revenues.
**Purpose of Position**:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our Accounting Team.
Responsible for managing the credit and collections processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, monitoring customer payments, and resolving any outstanding issues.
The AR Accountant will lead the AR workstream for ERP implementation and drive the development of European AR policy and procedure documentation
**Description of main Activities / Responsibilities**:
- Accounts Receivable Management: Oversee the accounts receivable, including credit assessment, invoicing, collections, and reconciliations.
- Credit Management: Evaluate customer creditworthiness and establish credit limits. Monitor credit exposures and assess the need for credit insurance or guarantees. Review and update credit terms and conditions in collaboration with the Finance Leadership and Sales team.
- Invoicing and Billing: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of invoices. Coordinate with relevant departments to obtain necessary documentation and ensure compliance with contractual terms. Address any billing discrepancies or disputes promptly.
- Customer Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with customers, addressing inquiries, resolving billing disputes, and providing excellent customer service. Collaborate with the Sales team & Customer Care to address customer payment issues and support customer retention efforts.
- ERP Implementation: Lead the ERP implementation for the accounts receivable function. Collaborate with project team to define requirements, configure the system, and ensure a smooth transition. Provide user training and support during the implementation process.
- Reporting and Analysis: Generate regular reports on accounts receivable status, aging analysis, collections performance, and cash flow projections. Analyze trends, identify potential risks, and recommend strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounts receivable processes within the ERP system. Implement best practices, leverage technology, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Compliance and Internal Controls: Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements related to accounts receivable. Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate risks and safeguard company assets. Support interim & year end audit
**Professional Skills**:
- Proven experience in accounts receivable management or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of accounts receivable principles, credit management, and collections.
- Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems. Experience with ERP implementation is highly desirable, with knowledge of SAP or other similar systems considered a plus
**Experiences**:
- 3 years + of related experience, preferably within multinational context
**Language Skills**:
- Fluent written and spoken English is mandatory
- Other languages are preferrable