Accounting Manager - Accounts Receivable

Purpose of the role
Tax Free shopping starts with Global Blue. We provide an enhanced yet simple approach to shopping Tax Free.
We are registered on the NYSE and we are active in a dynamically growing industry, SOX compliance and continuous improvement is key for our success.
The Accounts Receivable Manager will be responsible for managing the Accounts Receivable team, which includes the Merchant Commission function, while leading various management initiatives and systems implementation projects. The holder of the position is responsible for the collection and cash application activities and timely management of all AR aging components. He/she will also maintain and improve sustained cash flow through diligent and aggressive monitoring of our customer accounts. This role will direct initiatives to improve working capital, including account monitoring, aligning AR DSO, and ensuring effective and efficient processing of AR functions.
This position is highly visible and requires a strong leader with the ability to prioritize, plan, and firmly direct the department.


Responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day operations of the AR department; create, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and controls, manage, and streamline collection process and cash application functions for the company.
• Assists in monitoring, tracking, and enforcing department policies, procedures and goals while identifying inefficiencies and propose, develop, and document new concepts and procedures.
• Manage the monthly AR close process including reconciliation of AR sub-ledger to GL and preparation of AR month end schedules, reporting and reconciliation to GL and metrics used for internal reporting.
• Review of collection reports to ascertain status of collections and balances outstanding and reduce collection cycle times (DSO) where possible.
• Monitor aging balances and recommend write offs, monitor delinquent accounts considered to be uncollectible to ensure maximum efforts have been taken before assigning bad-debt status to account.
• Actively work with internal stakeholders to resolve all outstanding Accounts Receivable claims and other fees applicable.
• Manage information requests during year-end audits and respond to requests for information during internal audits.
• Strong knowledge of Deferred Revenue and unbilled Accounts Receivable.
• Work with staff to prioritize work and ensure staff is trained on policy and procedure. Ensure work is accurate and is being processed in a timely manner and in accordance with SOX and other internal policies.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance to ensure duties are properly performed and employees are working towards common business goals. This will include preparation of the annual performance evaluations. Provide constructive feedback and discipline when necessary.
• Assist staff in researching and handling more complicated transactions and problems.
• Interface with all internal and external stakeholders including in communicating and resolving issues.
• Responsible for review and maintenance of customer database.
• Provide reports and analysis as required by stakeholders.
• Execute special projects and tasks as directed.

Flexible working time
State-of-the-art office environment, easily accessible by public transport
Being part of a fast-growing international company with challenging tasks
Sick days
Multisport card contribution (fitness, wellness, massages)
Regular contribution to the Cafeteria Benefit system
3 extra vacation days
The third pillar
Referral program, suggestion program
Motivating colleagues from around the world
Team building, Team events
Meal vouchers, and other benefits
Commuting to Vienna by public transport is fully covered for

Home-Office based position. Travelling to Vienna is needed only 2 days/ week.

Please send your CV in English.