Finance & Accounts Executive-Finance

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Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 56,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognized for its consulting, digital services and software development. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organizations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a fully collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2023, the Group generated revenues of €5.8 billion.
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Management of credit control function to cover all aspects of Receivable management . Responsible for managing company's outstanding debts by monitoring customer accounts regularly, maintaining positive customer relationships and ensuring timely collections through chasing. MIS reporting relating to debtors & collections. Intercompany invoicing ,Cash allocation & matching.

Total Experience Expected: 01-04 years

Invoicing and Billing:

• Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices based on contracts, purchase orders, or agreements.
• Ensure timely dispatch of invoices and maintain proper records.
• Verify billing details for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to company policies.

Collections Management:

• Knowledge of cash application and credit management.

• Monitor customer accounts to track outstanding invoices and payments.
• Follow up on overdue payments through email, calls, or other communication channels.
• Implement strategies to minimize overdue receivables and bad debts.
• Escalate delinquent accounts for further action when necessary.

Account Reconciliation:

• Reconcile customer accounts, identifying and resolving any discrepancies.
• Work closely with other departments to clarify billing issues and ensure prompt resolution.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of payments, adjustments, and outstanding balances.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Generate AR reports, including aging reports, cash flow forecasts, and collection metrics.
• Analyze trends in payment behavior and propose improvements to collection processes.
• Provide regular updates to management on AR performance and outstanding risks.

Customer Relationship Management:

• Maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure smooth payment processes.
• Address customer inquiries and resolve disputes in a professional and timely manner.

Process Improvement and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Propose and implement improvements to AR processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist in audits by providing required AR documentation and information.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks).
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external clients.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent  in accounting or Finance .
• Proven experience in Accounts Receivable in an MNC .

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel or any reporting tools.
• Excellent communication skills
• Uk Shift 
• Work From Office 

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