Cash Application Officer

Europcar; Portugal; Remote; EUR 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Europcar in Portugal is seeking an SSC AR Cash Application Clerk L1 to support day-to-day cash posting and payment allocation. You will process remittances, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate customer records in a fast-paced shared service center environment.

The role requires a degree in Finance or related field, familiarity with Oracle Financials, and strong communication in English. This position offers growth within a finance team and exposure to month-end processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in AR or Cash Applications is a plus.
• Basic accounting knowledge and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Receive and post customer remittances to accounts in a timely and accurate manner.
• Process payments and allocate receipts against open invoices.
• Support investigation of basic overpayments, underpayments, and discrepancies.
• Assist in resolving unapplied and unidentified cash receipts.
• Maintain accurate customer records in company systems.
• Support direct debit administration and reconciliation activities.
• Collaborate with Collections and Customer Service on payment inquiries.
• Assist month-end activities and ensure internal controls compliance.
• Escalate complex issues to senior team members.

Skills

Oracle

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

Oracle Financials

Excel

Job description

## **Job Description****Join Our Team as an SSC AR Cash Application Clerk L1 – Drive Accuracy and Efficiency in Finance!** Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about finance? We are looking for a talented SSC AR Cash Application Clerk L1 to join our Treasury & Cash Application team within the broader Finance function. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day Accounts Receivable Cash Application activities within our Shared Service Center, ensuring customer payments are posted accurately and efficiently while maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures. **Key Areas of Responsibility*** Receive and post customer remittances to customer accounts in a timely and accurate manner* Process customer payments and ensure proper allocation of receipts against open invoices* Support the investigation of basic overpayments, underpayments, and payment discrepancies* Assist in resolving unapplied and unidentified cash receipts* Maintain accurate customer account records within company systems* Support the administration of direct debit operations and related activities* Record unpaid direct debits and assist with reconciliation activities* Liaise with Collections and Customer Service teams regarding payment-related inquiries* Support month-end activities and reconciliation processes* Follow established procedures and internal controls to ensure compliance* Maintain accurate documentation of cash application activities* Escalate complex issues and discrepancies to senior team members* Contribute to maintaining a clean and accurate Accounts Receivable ledger **What We’re Looking For:**We are seeking a motivated individual who is eager to build their career in finance and accounts receivable. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, have a keen eye for detail, and possess b analytical and communication skills. The ideal candidate is proactive, reliable, and able to follow established procedures while collaborating with various teams to resolve payment-related issues. **Ideal Experience*** Degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or currently pursuing a relevant qualification* Experience in AR or Cash Applications is a plus* Basic experience in accounting **Skills & Competencies*** Ability to quickly become a proficient user of Oracle Financial Applications* Knowledge of International Accounting Standards* Good communication skills* Good knowledge of Google and Microsoft tools; Excel is required* Account analysis* Problem-solving* Attention to detail* Fluent in English and the native language of the country **Why Join Us?**Become part of a dynamic finance team where your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will make a real impact. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive Shared Service Center environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience with leading financial systems and processes, working alongside experienced professionals. If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and contribute to a high-performing team, we want to hear from you! Join us and help shape the future of our Accounts Receivable operations.