In Riga, NORIT operates a Global Business Services center with a number of business critical functions that service the company globally. Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist, is a member of Accounts Receivable team, which is responsible for timely and efficient collection of receivables from NORIT customers. This function has a direct impact on company’s healthy cash flow.
We are looking for a new team member who shares the passion for NORIT vision and commitment, is keen to work in a dynamic environment in receivables operations, and will act as a subject-matter expert, applying best AR practices, supporting the fine-tuning of processes, and actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives. You will influence ways of working, share knowledge within the team, and support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Proactively monitor accounts receivable and ensure payments are received from customers in due course;
- Actively communicate with customers about due payments via phone and email, be a catalyst in solving delayed payment situations;
- Provide support to internal and external customers (account statements, audit requests, bank reconciliations, etc.);
- Identify accounts where it is necessary to cooperate with credit collection or state institutions and transfer information to a credit specialist;
- Match incoming payments and book credit notes with invoices according to the procedures;
- Document all process actions according to internal procedures;
- Take ownership of complex or escalated AR cases and guide others in resolving challenging payment situations;
- Proactively identify inefficiencies, risks, or gaps in AR processes and propose practical improvement solutions;
- Contribute to continuous improvement and automation initiatives, helping shape a more efficient and scalable receivables function.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a business-related field;
- Preferred 3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounting- or Finance-focused role;
- Good literacy of Microsoft Office programs (especially with Excel);
- Very good English language skills (both: written and spoken);
- Great communication and negotiations skills;
- Detail and solutions-oriented mindset;
- Desire to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- This is a temporary role for a contract of 2 years.
Benefits
- Monthly salary 1500 - 1900 EUR gross;
- Generous Benefits structure, including variable allowances, life events support, health and accident insurance starting from first employment day,
- Eligibility to Annual bonus scheme,
- Hybrid work environment with 2 days in the office required and opportunity to work 2 weeks a year abroad.
- Opportunity to expand your cross-cultural working experience by partnering with colleagues across all NORIT locations.
NORIT Activated Carbon is one of the global leaders and the most experienced producer of activated carbon solutions. We provide a wide range of products, services and technical support to diverse customer segment across the world. As a company, we are committed to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future and we believe in PURITY FOR LIFE. Our vision is to be the customer’s #1 choice for added value activated carbon solutions in energy, environmental, water, food, chemical, pharma, automotive, and other industrial markets