Senior Accountant – Lead to Cash (Accounts Receivable)
Location: Vanderlande Industries North America Inc.
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Marietta, GA
Vanderlande Industries NA Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Lead to Cash (Accounts Receivable) team. This role requires a collaborative team player with strong problem-solving abilities and a solid accounting foundation. The ideal candidate thrives in a cross-functional environment, working effectively across departments as well as within the Finance organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare invoices in accordance with customer or contract requirements, ensuring timely and accurate billing.
- Maintain and proactively update invoicing schedules in collaboration with project execution teams.
- Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up with account owners to drive timely collection and resolution.
- Review and interpret contracts to ensure invoicing aligns with agreed terms, schedules, and deliverables.
- Ensure billing contract values align with order intake per project; investigate discrepancies and communicate corrective actions promptly.
- Prepare and understand project-related journal entries.
- Perform reconciliations, including:
- Balance Sheet
- Customer Billing
- Trade Payables
- Utilize automated invoicing systems and process supplier invoices as required.
- Partner with controlling and project execution teams to support customer satisfaction and financial accuracy.
- Lead or contribute to large internal projects and represent the FSSC North America team as needed.
- Serve as backup for FSSC NA Team Leads (AR, AP, or GL) when required.
- Train new team members both within and outside of the FSSC organization.
- Identify and implement continuous process improvement initiatives in collaboration with FSSC NA.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
OR 5–10 years of relevant professional experience - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with JD Edwards E1 or similar ERP/accounting systems
Core Competencies
- Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and think critically to solve problems
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a proactive mindset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Commitment to professional growth in a dynamic, international environment
- High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Spanish language skills are a plus
Work Schedule
This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position, with standard working hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel Requirements
Minimal domestic and international travel may be required.
Additional Information
- This role does not include supervisory responsibilities.
- The position is primarily sedentary in nature.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
