Finance Specialist- Cash Collections
Job Summary
We help the world run better
At SAP we keep it simple: you bring your best to us and well bring out the best in you. Were builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce and we need your unique talents to help shape whats next. The work is challenging but it matters. Youll find a place where you can be yourself prioritize your wellbeing and truly belong. Whats in it for you Constant learning skill growth great benefits and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
What Youll Build
In this role you will play a key part in driving SAPs financial health by managing and improving the collection of trade receivables across a defined customer portfolio. Heres what youll accomplish:
- Reduce DSO and improve cash flowby driving timely invoice settlements from strategic (VIP) customers and partners across the India MU.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationshipsthrough proactive regular engagement predicting payment timelines and resolving disputes before they escalate.
- Solve complex A/R challengesby independently investigating disputes coordinating with internal stakeholders (Sales CFO Commercial Finance Controlling) and driving timely resolutions.
- Contribute to reporting and forecastingby updating collection notes preparing forecasts and participating in AR review calls with senior management.
- Support organizational growthby training new team members engaging third-party collection agencies when necessary and contributing to local regional and global projects.
What You Bring
Were looking for someone who combines strong financial expertise with excellent people skills. Heres what will set you up for success:
Essential Technical Skills:
- Minimum Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting
- Total of 7- 10 years of professional experience
- 57 years of relevant experience in cash collections or a related field
- Solid background in Accounting and Accounts Receivables preferably within a large enterprise
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience with SAP internal systems (FICA & FIAR)
Experience & Background:
- Proven ability to engage with senior finance stakeholders including CFOs and commercial finance teams
- Familiarity with Dunning Letters Final Demand Letters and EHF concession and termination processes
- Experience working in an international or cross-functional environment
Soft Skills & Mindset:
- Strong communication skills fluent in both written and spoken English
- Customer-first approach with a quality-focused and results-driven attitude
- Analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
- Highly organized self-motivated and a proactive can-do attitude
Where You Belong
This role is part of theSAP Global Cash Collections Organization a team that sits at the intersection of finance customer engagement and strategic business operations.
Team Culture:
- Collaborative and cross-functional youll work closely with Sales teams Finance leadership and external customers on a daily basis
- Fast-paced and accountability-driven where initiative and problem-solving are genuinely valued
Who Thrives Here:
- Someone who is equally comfortable analyzing numbers and having meaningful conversations with senior executives and customers
- A self-starter who can manage stress work independently and deliver in short turnaround times
- Someone who takes ownership and sees challenges as opportunities
Growth Opportunities:
- Exposure to senior leadership (CFO Commercial Finance Controlling) and high-value strategic accounts
- Participation in projects at local regional and global levels
- Opportunity to mentor and train new team members
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Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database analytics intelligent technologies and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide we are purpose-driven and future-focused with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries people or platforms we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP you can bring out your best.
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Requisition ID: 453456 Work Area: Finance Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Career Status: Professional Employment Type: Regular Full Time Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
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About Company
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