AR TEAM LEADER

Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Kozel, Birell, Frisco or Kingswood

Those are some of our iconic brands. Our newly created inhouse business unit in Prague will serve our international markets and anyone joining will have a massive impact in streamlining finance operations. Let´s read further about the role and decide whether you want to brew your career with us.

Purpose of the role

Reporting to the AR Manager, the AR Team Leader is responsible to manage the team invoicing, collections, and resolution of payment issues. The key responsibilities include ensuring the accurate and timely recording of transactions, closely monitoring AR aging reports, implementing effective policies, and collaborating with other departments to optimize overall cash flow.

Playing a crucial role in revenue optimization, bad debt reduction, and fostering strong customer relationships, this role focuses on leading the team to streamline payment processes efficiently and address any billing discrepancies that may arise. The contributions of the AR Supervisor significantly impact the organization's financial health by maintaining a smooth and effective Accounts Receivable process.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise the generation/checking of accurate customer invoices based on approved orders and delivery documentation.
• Oversee the verification of detailed invoice information, collaborating with sales and supply chain teams to resolve complex billing discrepancies promptly, ensuring seamless transaction processing and precise financial entries.
• Lead the team in efficiently applying customer payments to relevant accounts, reconciling received payments with outstanding invoices.
• Address discrepancies promptly, ensuring meticulous and up-to-date financial records.
• Streamline payment processes and implement advanced strategies to enhance efficiency and minimize errors, guiding team members to follow best practices.
• Oversee internal and external AR audits, ensuring comprehensive compliance with audit requirements.
• Maintain robust internal controls, supervise month-end and year-end close procedures, and facilitate accurate financial reporting.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members during audit processes.
• Drive process improvement initiatives, identifying areas for automation and implementing advanced best practices.
• Optimize workflows, utilizing extensive knowledge and experience to significantly enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of AR operations.
• Mentor team members in process optimization techniques and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to AR service level agreements, upholding defined standards for processing time, accuracy, and quality.
• Maintain a high level of service delivery, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and timely resolution of complex queries.
• Provide guidance to the team for SLA compliance and customer relationship management.
• Effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate AR-related updates, and ensure clear coordination.
• Foster strong partnerships to enhance collaboration and achieve shared goals.
• Lead the team in managing stakeholder interactions and resolving issues promptly.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or other area
• 3-5 years of Accounts Receivable experience
• Mandatory knowledge of Accounting Act
• Minimum 3 year team management
• Experience of working in a finance shared services functions is mandatory.
• Experience of working within regional teams in a matrix environment is a must.
• English on business professional level and Czech or Slovak is a must.

Benefits:

Enjoy a little extra with our benefits (the list of benefits applies to the Czech Republic)

• Annual bonus and salary review
• Flexible working
• 28 days off
• Contribution to pension scheme
• Lunch contribution
• Budget to enjoy our products
• Flexible benefits package
• Online medical service
• Paid volunteering time
• Join our team and uncover even more exciting perks that make Asahi Europe &International an exceptional place to work

Join our team and uncover even more exciting perks that make Asahi Europe &International an exceptional place to work

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform. 

Company overview

Asahi Europe & International is part of Asahi Group Holdings, a global beer, spirits, soft drinks, and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel. Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.  

Asahi Europe and International (asahiinternational.com)

Functional overview

ABS encompass a broad range of financial activities designed to support businesses in their day-to-day financial operations, long-term planning, and compliance with regulations. These services are crucial for maintaining financial health, making informed decisions, and achieving the overall financial objectives of the organization.  The key outputs of ABS are to provide accounting services including the summarizing and reporting of financial transactions of a business, preparing financial statements, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.  ABS is also responsible to adhere to multi-jurisdiction financial regulations and reporting requirements, including ensuring compliance with these regulations and ensure accurate and timely reporting to relevant authorities. In addition to this, ABS is to use effectively use financial software and systems to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance data security