German-Speaking O2C Leader - Global Finance, Porto

Cross Border Talents; Porto; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowance

Relocation support

Shared accommodation provided

Weekends off

International environment

Career development

Job summary

Cross Border Talents is seeking a senior Order-to-Cash leader to own end-to-end O2C operations in Porto. You will manage order management, billing, collections, and cash application while mentoring a team and partnering with Sales, Logistics, Treasury and Tax.

A background in multi-currency environments and strong ERP experience are essential. The role requires 5–7 years in O2C/AR with at least 2 years in a lead role, plus fluency in German and advanced English.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in O2C, AR or Finance Operations, incl. 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of O2C processes, financial controls and compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on ERP experience with SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or Workday.
• Fluent German (spoken and written) and advanced English (C1).
• Willingness to relocate to Porto, Portugal.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and perform O2C operations end-to-end: order management, billing, collections, cash application and dispute resolution.
• Prepare and review AR ageing reports, drive collection strategies and reduce DSO.
• Resolve escalated disputes and negotiate payment terms with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with audit, SOX and internal controls, IFRS and tax requirements.
• Drive process automation, standardisation and efficiency improvements.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close, reconciliations and reporting to senior management.
• Train and mentor junior O2C specialists.
• Work with Sales, Logistics, Treasury and Tax teams.

Skills

O2C processes

ERP systems

Leadership

Stakeholder management

German language

English language

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Are you an experienced Order-to-Cash professional with fluent German and a background in team leadership? Join a global medical technology company's finance operations team in Porto and take ownership of the end-to-end O2C cycle.

What you'll do

• Lead, manage and perform O2C operations: order management, billing, collections, cash application and dispute resolution
• Prepare and review AR ageing reports, drive collection strategies and reduce DSO
• Resolve escalated disputes and negotiate payment terms with customers and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with audit, SOX and internal controls, IFRS and tax requirements
• Drive process automation, standardisation and efficiency improvements
• Support month-end and quarter-end close, reconciliations and reporting to senior management
• Train and mentor junior O2C specialists
• Work with Sales, Logistics, Treasury and Tax teams

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary plus a meal allowance
• Relocation support for candidates moving to Portugal, including shared accommodation for up to 12 months
• Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00, weekends off
• A senior role with leadership and mentoring responsibility
• An international environment in a growing medical technology sector
• Career development in global finance operations

What you need

• A bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• 5–7 years' experience in O2C, AR or Finance Operations, including at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of O2C processes, financial controls and compliance frameworks
• Hands-on ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or Workday)
• Experience with global, multi-currency environments
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Fluent German (spoken and written) and advanced English (C1)
• Willingness to relocate to Porto, Portugal

Apply now and take the next step in your finance career in Porto!