OTC Collections Analyst

MW Partners is currently seeking a Collections Analyst to work for our client who is a leader in the media and entertainment industry.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Contacting customers for the prompt collection or resolution of the aged receivables using email and telephone calls
• Keeping adequate records of call contacts with customers
• Performing follow-ups on accounts with significant aging or past due amounts
• Managing & resolving customer discrepancies (ensuring proper communication with ad sales csrs & stakeholders)
• Meeting individual cash collection targets (Aging DSO % of Overdue etc.)
• Providing the management team with periodic cash forecast projections
• Working closely with other departments / functions to understand the specific issues causing payment delays; also directly involved in determining the most appropriate course of action (account holds payment plans etc.)
• Preparing routine reports for the management team
• Organize and participate in periodic aging reviews with senior leadership
• Supporting customers ad-hoc requests (statement of accounts invoice copies backup documentation accounts reconciliations etc.)
• Working closely with various departments playing an active role during month end close activities
• Ensuring that Accounts Receivable ledgers are properly managed
• Supporting the Cash Application team in the account reconciliation process (addressing cash application issues and following up with customers on missing documentation & remittances)
• Providing detailed backup explanation of AR balances to both internal & external auditors
• Providing immediate escalation of any concerns such as changes in the customers payment trends
• Prepare linear refund requests
• Advise Credit department in a timely manner of all accounts experiencing financial difficulties
• Run prepare and analyze various reports including the discrepancy report Cash package and monthly aging reports
• Prepare linear month checks expected for Directors review
• Work within a team environment to achieve established common goals and deadlines including established Linear cash targets
• Work on month end close jointly with NY & Buenos Aires Team -may include applying cash

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or Economic preferred
• General knowledge of accounting principles
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word
• Strong communication skills - oral written interpersonal
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task prioritize and deal with ambiguity
• Flexibility with work schedule
• Demonstrate the ability to be a team player and possess strong work ethic and integrity
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and meet critical deadlines
• Self motivator and innovative
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
• Collections experience a plus
• Language skill a plus
• Experience in advertising industry a plus

For a further discussion or to find out more contact Amit Kumar on or apply now.