Accounts Receivable Accountant

Geely Europe Innovation & Collaboration AB; Madrid; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Geely Europe Innovation & Collaboration Spain is seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our growing Finance team in Madrid. You will manage the Order-to-Cash process, ensure accurate billing, timely collections, and high-quality financial data while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders in a digital-first, international environment.

Responsibilities include invoicing, credit management, dunning, data maintenance in SAP S/4HANA, and supporting monthly and year-end

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in Accounts Receivable or Order-to-Cash in an international or shared services environment.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and internal control frameworks, including SOX.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP/SAP S/4HANA, and advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Exposure to Power BI, Power Apps, or automation tools is a plus.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken (C1).
• Analytical mindset with attention to data accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute key AR activities within Order-to-Cash, including invoicing and payments allocation.
• Maintain Customer Master Data in SAP S/4HANA ERP.
• Analyze overdue receivables, perform dunning, and manage disputes to support cash flow.
• Handle billing and payment inquiries with timely, professional support.
• Support month/quarter/year-end closings for AR activities.
• Prepare AR-related GL reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor AR KPIs such as DSO and aging; suggest improvements.
• Collaborate in cross-functional meetings and share reporting insights.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AR processes and automate).
• Maintain proactive communication with Finance, Sales and other functions.

Skills

Order-to-Cash

IFRS/SOX

Excel advanced

SAP / SAP S/4HANA

Power BI / Automation

English fluency

Analytical mindset

Independence & prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP / SAP S/4HANA

Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Power BI

Job description

Explore the exciting world of Geely Holding Group. Over the past three decades of development, Geely Holding Group has transformed into a global innovative technology group engaged in the design, R&D, production, sales, and service of vehicles, powertrains, and key components, as well as mobility services, digital technology, financial services, and education. Developing cutting-edge technologies in everything from new energy to low orbit satellites as we lay the foundation for a future multi-dimensional mobility ecosystem.

Headquartered in Hangzhou, Geely Holding today has a number of invested companies including Lynk & Co, Zeekr, Geely Auto, Volvo Cars, Polestar, Lotus, London Electric Vehicle Company, Farizon Auto, Cao Cao Mobility , Saxo Bank, Mitime Group and much more.

Geely Europe Innovation & Collaboration Spain is a shared competence and service center for Geely companies in Europe. Providing expertise and support in staff functions such as Finance and HR.

Join us in Madrid

The Madrid Shared Service Centre opened last year, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter for Geely in Spain. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a project from the ground up, to shape processes, contribute ideas, and grow with a team that is building something new together.

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our growing Finance team. In this role, you will play a key part in the Order-to-Cash process, ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, and high-quality financial data. You will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders while contributing to the development of a modern, digital-first finance function within a dynamic and international environment.

What you’ll be doing day-to-day

• Own and execute key activities within the Order-to-Cash process, including customer credit management, invoicing, returns, and payment allocation.

• Ensure accurate maintenance of Customer Master Data in the ERP system, preferably SAP S/4HANA.

• Analyze overdue receivables, perform dunning activities, manage disputes, and follow up on customer payments to support healthy cash flow.

• Handle customer inquiries related to billing and payments, providing timely and professional support.

• Support monthly, quarter-end, and year-end closings for Accounts Receivable related activities, ensuring compliance with internal standards and timelines.

• Prepare and review AR-related GL account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution.

• Monitor key AR KPIs such as DSO and aging reports, providing insights and proposing improvement actions.

• Collaborate in cross-functional meetings and share reporting insights with internal stakeholders.

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline, automate, and harmonize AR processes.

• Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders across Finance, Sales, and other functions to ensure smooth collaboration and continuous improvement.

What we hope you’ll bring to the team

• Experience in an Accounts Receivable or Order-to-Cash role, ideally within an international or shared services environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent practical experience.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, IFRS, and internal control frameworks, including SOX.

• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP or SAP S/4HANA, and advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.

• Exposure to Power BI, Power Apps, or automation tools is considered a plus.

• Fluent English, both written and spoken, at C1 level.

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• A proactive, collaborative attitude with a strong willingness to learn and improve processes.

Who you are

You are detail-oriented, analytical, and take ownership of your work. You enjoy working in an international setting, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes. You are motivated by building something new and want to grow alongside a team that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

If you’re excited by the idea of joining a newly established hub, shaping finance processes from the ground up, and contributing to a growing international organization, this role is for you.

Become part of a team where diversity flourishes, innovation thrives, and exciting possibilities await.