Junior Order to Cash Analyst

About Us:

 

The FT has an uncompromising mission: delivering independent, quality information, news and services to individuals and companies around the globe. It’s the cornerstone of our reputation and the heart of our ambitions for the future. But for our people, the FT offers so much more than what we do. FT people come from all kinds of backgrounds and work across a huge range of disciplines and locations, and find empowering, warm and welcoming culture that values curiosity and rewards smart, ambitious thinking. Those who are willing to unite around our mission and live our values will find plenty to challenge, inspire and interest them. Like the audiences we serve, no two FT people are the same; but together we help our audience be better informed and understand the world around them. It’s a job that’s never mattered more, and a career that can take you anywhere you want to go.

 

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace:

 

At the FT, we give all employees a voice so that diverse perspectives are heard and valued. We believe that a supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves at work. We'll continue to remove barriers for all, and in particular barriers facing employees from underrepresented groups.

 

About the role:

The Order to Cash Analyst is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of invoices as well as management of requests and queries; complete and accurate documentation, recognition, and management of cash; and ensuring that all customer creation and amendments, and adjustments are processed within the allowed turnaround time. Additionally, there is a requirement to provide first-level analysis and recommendations to the supervisor regarding the handling of transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in processing customer billing and subscription orders.
• Ensure accurate data entry of billing information and customer details.
• Monitor and track billing cycles to ensure timely invoicing.
• Handle basic customer inquiries regarding billing and subscriptions.
• Support the preparation and distribution of invoices.
• Assist with applying payments and updating customer accounts.
• Perform routine reconciliations of billing accounts and resolve minor discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all transactions and activities.
• Assist with any ad hoc tasks needed to sustain the daily operations.

Administrative

• Support internal and external customers by providing quick and accurate resolution.
• Perform complete set up or amendment of customer details which will be reflected on invoices as requested by the business.
• Process billing interface from various source systems and manual invoice requests.
• Extract audit trail reports across all systems and verify against customer accounts created or amended in Oracle.
• Create an environment of continuous improvement with documented standard procedures.
• Responsible for the processing of adjustments and urgent requests accurately and on a timely basis.
• Participate in and perform special tasks and projects whenever needed.

Qualifications:

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree in Accountancy or Finance and/or equivalent courses. Certification of Public Accountancy is preferred, but not required.
• Fresh graduate or at least 1-2 years of experience in accounts receivables, order-to-cash and maintaining general ledger, preferably from global shared services environments and/or multinational companies.
• Graduate of any Business related course preferably Accountancy
• Length and Type of Job Relevant Experience: 
• One to two (1 - 2) years of experience in cash management, bank relations, and account reconciliation
• One to two years (1-2) years of experience in accounting in a shared services environment with at least one (1) year of audit experience.
• Must have a very good knowledge of end to end accounts payable process

Desirable 

Certification of Public Accountancy is preferred, but not required.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail - Ability to notice both minute and pertinent details of transactions, situations and documents; thorough and conscientious when performing work.

• Customer Service – Ability to work with internal and external clients, assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve concerns, or satisfy their expectations; committed to providing quality products and services.

• Collaboration with Peers – Coordinates with teams across department, organisation, and global boundaries; Builds and maintains a broad network of relationships with the aim of promoting and developing the organisation

• Communication Skills – Ability to convey clear and convincing oral and written communication to individuals or groups effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the information.

• Problem Solving – Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.

What’s in it for you? Our Benefits:

 

Our benefits vary depending on location, but we are committed to providing best in class perks across all our offices as well as an inclusive environment to develop your career. Examples of our benefits include; generous annual leaves, flexible working (including working from home), health coverage (medical & dental), and company match and enhanced family leave packages. Full details of our benefits can be found here. 

 

Further Information:

 

The FT is committed to providing an inclusive working environment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best talent regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We also promote flexible working and will consider specific requests around flexibility for all roles where it can be accommodated. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any questions, please contact a member of our HR team who will be happy to help.