German Senior Finance Specialist in Porto

Cross Border Talents; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Hybrid Work

Meal Allowance

Health & Life Insurance

Job summary

Cross Border Talents in Porto is seeking a Junior Accounts Receivable / O2C Specialist who will support invoice processing, payment allocation, and account maintenance within a growing international finance team. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely data entry, and collaboration with colleagues.

Requirements include fluent German (C1) and English (C1), EU citizenship or Portuguese residency, a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance/Accounting, 5–7 years in O2C or AR, and at least 2 years in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7 years in O2C, AR, or Finance Operations.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or team-lead role.

Responsibilities

• Support invoice processing, payment allocation, and customer account updates.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and assist with follow-ups.
• Review documents and verify customer information.
• Assist with reconciliations and resolve basic billing discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records and update internal systems.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve payment queries.
• Follow internal financial procedures and controls.
• Escalate complex cases to seniors as needed.
• Meet KPIs related to accuracy, productivity, and processing times.
• Participate in training to develop finance systems knowledge.

Skills

Strong analytical

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance/Accounting

Job description

Start Your Career in Finance Operations - Junior Accounts Receivable!

Are you detail-oriented, comfortable working with numbers, and interested in building a career in finance? Join an international team where you can develop your financial and analytical skills while gaining practical experience in accounts receivable and order-to-cash operations.

Role Overview:

As a Junior Accounts Receivable / O2C Specialist, you will support daily finance activities, including invoice processing, payment allocation, account updates, and financial record maintenance. You will work closely with experienced colleagues to ensure transactions are processed accurately and customer accounts are managed efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support invoice processing, payment allocation, and customer account updates.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and assist with payment follow-ups.
• Review financial documents and verify customer account information.
• Assist with account reconciliations and investigate basic billing discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update information in internal systems.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve payment and account-related queries.
• Follow established financial procedures, internal controls, and quality standards.
• Identify discrepancies and escal**ate** complex cases to senior colleagues.
• Meet KPIs related to accuracy, productivity, processing times, and quality.
• Participate in training to develop knowledge of finance systems and O2C processes.

Requirements:

• Language Skills: Fluent in German (C1/C2 level) and English (C1 level)
• Eligibility: EU citizenship or valid Portuguese residency card
• Experience:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in O2C, Accounts Receivable, or Finance Operations.
  • At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Skills: Strong analytical, creative, and communication abilities
• Mindset: Professional, detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn and grow in the CS field

Why join us:

• Competitive Salary: Your expertise and dedication are rewarded
• Language Bonus: Additional rewards for your language proficiency
• Meal Allowance: Daily support during your work hours
• Health & Life Insurance: Comprehensive benefits for your well-being
• Collaborative Team: Be part of a communicative and supportive work environment
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth transition support for your move
• Hybrid Work: Enjoy the flexibility of combining remote work with onsite collaboration in a supportive office environment.

Ready to Take Your Career to the Next Level?