AR Specialist (EU)

LyondellBasell; Poznań; Hybrid; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work up to 3 days a week

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

LyondellBasell in Poznań is seeking an AR Specialist to join the Shared Services Center. You will handle cash applications, invoicing, rebates and commission calculations, and support month-end close with reconciliations and KPI analysis.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 2–3 years of accounting/finance experience, fluency in English, and strong Excel skills. SAP experience is a plus, and a hybrid work arrangement is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 2–3 years of accounting/finance experience is acceptable.
• Exposure to accounting principles (US GAAP, IFRS) is an asset.
• Experience in a global, fast-paced environment is beneficial.
• SAP experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze daily cash application and reconcile unposted items.
• Process lockbox and bank statements; identify chargebacks and discounts.
• Balance and reconcile cash GL accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor billing due lists and resolve customer queries before month-end.
• Issue invoices, cancellations and rebills; post credit/debit notes as requested.
• Record journal entries for third party invoices and maintain documentation.
• Support external audits, including SOX and revenue recognition audits.
• Monitor AR performance and report recurring issues to seniors.
• Create and review rebate agreements; post accruals and issue credit notes.
• Track commission balance sheet and investigate discrepancies between accruals and payouts.
• Prepare AR account reconciliations and follow up on reconciling items.
• Run daily control reports to validate E Billing setups and coordinate changes.
• Assist KPI reporting with accurate transactional data and root-cause analysis.
• Utilize AR systems and automation tools; adhere to process documentation.

Skills

English communication

MS Office

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

• The AR Specialist position will report directly to the AR Team Lead/Supervisor in Poznań SSC structure. The position key responsibilities include cash application, billing activities, rebates and commission calculations.
• The AR Specialist position is responsible for third party customer invoices to ensure they are issued timely and accurately and ensuring that output is generated and received by the customer, follow up on non-billed deliveries with internal stakeholders and ensure a smooth month end close process.
• The AR Specialist position is responsible for creating/maintaining all customer rebate agreements from the entry date to the final settlement and executes commission payments for designated region.
• The AR Specialist position is responsible for the timely application of incoming cash related to customer payments, resolving customer payment discrepancies and follow up/researching internal stakeholders requests and support automation by reducing manual cash postings.
• The AR Specialist position responsibility is timely and accurate preparation of AR-related Account Reconciliations and support to Internal and External Audit as required, and support in the monthly analysis of KPI’s.

A Day in the Life

• Analyze daily items remaining unposted or uncleared during the automated cash application process and ensure timely resolution.
• Retrieve and apply lockbox and bank statements promptly, identifying chargebacks, discount allowances, and processing necessary A/R adjustments.
• Balance and reconcile cash general ledger accounts, identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies.
• Monitor billing invoice due lists, proactively address issues, and ensure resolution of customer queries prior to month end close.
• Issue invoices, perform cancellations and rebills, and process credit/debit notes upon request from Customer Service.
• Record journal entries for miscellaneous third party invoices and ensure appropriate documentation is filed and retained.
• Perform quarterly support activities for external auditors, including SOX and revenue recognition audits.
• Monitor cash application performance and elevate recurring operational issues impacting automation and accuracy to more senior team members.
• Create and review rebate agreements, post manual accruals, prepare rebate proposals, and issue approved credit notes.
• Monitor commission balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies between accruals and payouts in accordance with established procedures, and initiate commission payment proposals in line with contractual terms.
• Prepare global AR account reconciliations by analyzing open and aged items, reporting reconciling items per policy, and following up with responsible parties.
• Run daily control reports to validate E Billing setups and coordinate required changes with the Master Data team.
• Support preparation of KPI reporting by maintaining accurate transactional data and highlighting operational issues affecting process performance, collaborate on root cause analysis and action plans.
• Use AR systems and automation tools effectively and provide feedback on process or system issues, ensure adherence to AR process documentation, work instructions, and activity lists.

You Bring This Value

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred; alternatively, 2–3 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Exposure to accounting or finance related education is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a global, fast paced, dynamic, and deadline driven environment is considered an asset.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and exposure to GAAP frameworks (US GAAP, IFRS, and local accounting standards) is considered an asset.
• Prior experience with SAP is preferred but not required.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, additional language will be an asset.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, essential for working in a diverse, multicultural environment.

Competencies

• Drive Innovation
• Technical Skills
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Build Partnerships
• Deliver Results

What We Offer

We offer an environment where we encourage personal and professional growth and where you will be rewarded for your performance and results. You will have the possibility to work with specialist on all fields to develop innovative solutions and to extend your national and international network. In addition, we offer you a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees the option to work up to three days a week from home. LyondellBasell is committed to advancing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) to ensure a positive experience for all employees.

Application & Contact

If you would like to learn more, please feel free to contact Anna Cichocka, HR Advisor at [e-mail].

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