AR Specialist

For more than 265 years, JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS (JDE) is inspired by its belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee or tea. We are fuelled by our purpose of unleashing the possibilities of coffee and tea to create a better future. Today, our coffee & tea portfolio is available in more than 100 developed and emerging markets, through a portfolio of over 50 brands that collectively cover the entire category landscape led by leading household names such as L’OR, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, Old Town, Super, Pickwick and Moccona. 

JDE is part of JDE Peet’s, the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea company, headquartered in The Netherlands.

What’s it like to work at JDE?

We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – JDE: A coffee & tea for every cup.

At JDE, we're Made to Stand Out. Every day we are progressive in outlook, ambitious in nature, resourceful in action and decisive in approach, bringing coffee and tea moments to everyone around the world.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist checks the course of the entire OtC process and detects errors or deviating processes by internal or external parties involved (SO creator, customer). He/she initiates the collection of receivables and credit control. He/she supervises the punctual or timely payment of invoices from the customers.

Furthermore, if necessary, he/she communicates with the customer to prevent unnecessary delays in the process and overdue which deteriorate OWC%. Effective management of accounts receivable, including minimizing bad debts and optimizing cash flow.

As part of the internal control system, he/she carries out appropriate checks. Acts as key user for AR processes: manages the execution of sub-processes, monitors process adherence, prepare and participate in regression tests, identify issues, and report them to respective BPO.

RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY ACTIVITIES:

• Review and monitor customer receivables aging.

• Prepare accruals for trade-related expenses, A&P expenses, provision doubtful debts and other AR-related journal entries.

• Process customer claims and payment accurately and in a timely manner.

• Provides insight to customer payment behaviour and credit risks.

• Maintaining accurate and up to date accrued expenses and AR records.

• Collaborate with sales teams to resolve customer billing and collection issues.

• Performing accounts reconciliation.

• Ensuring accounting and other AR related processes are compliant with accounting standards & company policies.

• Identify and mitigate credit risks.

• Check and reconcile customer statement of accounts, follow up on unreconciled items.

• Prepares management reports for Sales and FP&A team.

• Maintain AR books for respective countries and sales channels in accordance with accounting principles and all relevant regulations, laws and standards.

• Implementing and maintaining AR processes and systems across the organization.

• Liaise with external service provider for relevant outsourced accounting activities.

• Ensure distribution agreement with customers are signed in a timely manner.

• Support in any ad-hoc projects.

• Academic Program: Bachelor’s Degree in  Accounting/Finance (or related field). 
• MIA member (nice to have)
• Experienced: At least 5 years in professional experience in finance, preferably similar role in manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Skillset:
• Working experience with relevant controlling background
• Knowledge of IFRS and on compliance
• Knowledge of SAPR3 and SAP BPC preferred
• Knowledge on statutory reporting and regulations requirements
• Personal traits: You have a structured approach, a driven and energetic personality, excellent communication and people skills, and the ability to work both in a team and independently.

Are you ready to Unleash Your Possibility within JDE Peet's?  

Here's how to apply: 

• Upload your resume (in English) using our LinkedIn or career site application form.
• After applying, we'll reach out within three weeks to let you know what's next. 
• During the application process, you'll be asked to do an online assessment and at least one interview at our Johor office. 

Would you like to join at a Coffee & Tea company that values your future success and prioritizes your passion for positive change? 

Here’s why you should apply:

• Passionate, energetic & innovative work culture
• Outstanding Career Development Opportunities
• Exciting allowances to perk up your day
• Meal subsidies (because great coffee needs great snacks!)
• Sports perks to keep you energized
• The best coffee and tea served all day in our office – or be your own Barista!