Senior O2C Specialist

Cross Border Talents; Porto; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Shared accommodation

Job summary

Cross Border Talents in Porto, Portugal, invites a Senior O2C Specialist fluent in German and English to join our international finance team. You will own the end-to-end O2C process, drive cash collection, and optimize billing and dispute resolution.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in O2C or finance operations, proven leadership, and strong ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday). This role offers growth, a hands-on environment, and relocation support if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 5–7 years of experience in O2C, Accounts Receivable, or Finance Operations.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and O2C processes.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Workday.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent German and advanced English (C1).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end Order-to-Cash cycle, including order management, billing, collections, cash application, and dispute resolution.
• Monitor accounts receivable performance, analyse ageing reports, and develop strategies to reduce outstanding payments.
• Resolve complex customer disputes and negotiate payment terms with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, audit requirements, IFRS, and internal policies.
• Support month-end and quarter-end closing, reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Identify opportunities for automation, standardisation, and process improvement.
• Mentor junior specialists and collaborate with Sales, Logistics, Treasury, and Tax teams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Senior O2C Specialist | German + English | Porto, Portugal

Ready to take ownership of financial operations and make an impact beyond the numbers?

CBTalents is looking for an experienced Senior Order-to-Cash (O2C) Specialist with strong German and English skills to join an international team in Porto, Portugal.

This is an opportunity for a finance professional who combines analytical thinking, process expertise, and leadership skills to improve financial performance and support business growth.

What you'll be responsible for

• Oversee the end-to-end Order-to-Cash cycle, including order management, billing, collections, cash application, and dispute resolution.


• Monitor accounts receivable performance, analyse ageing reports, and develop strategies to reduce outstanding payments.


• Resolve complex customer disputes and negotiate payment terms with internal and external stakeholders.


• Ensure compliance with financial controls, audit requirements, IFRS, and internal policies.


• Support month-end and quarter-end closing, reconciliations, and management reporting.


• Identify opportunities for automation, standardisation, and process improvement.


• Mentor junior specialists and collaborate with Sales, Logistics, Treasury, and Tax teams.

What you'll bring

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.


• 5–7 years of experience in O2C, Accounts Receivable, or Finance Operations.


• At least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role.


• Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and O2C processes.


• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Workday.


• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.


• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.


• Fluent German and advanced English (C1).

What to expect

• Location: Porto, Portugal.


• Work model: On-site.


• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00, with weekends off initially. The schedule may later change to rotational shifts covering 24/7 operations, subject to confirmation.


• Relocation support, including shared accommodation for eligible candidates moving to Portugal. Details will be discussed during the interview; flights are not included.

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