AR Lead Analyst

As part of Vestas Global Finance Shared Service Centre, the team is primarily responsible in providing standardized, rule-based services to the region. This refers to the end-to-end processes of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Travel & Expenses. Works closely with Regional Finance, Treasury and other SSC functional areas to ensure issues and concerns are addressed positively and in accordance within prescribed deadlines.

Finance SSC > Finance SSC - Global AR > Global Accounts Receivable

Responsibilities:

• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and first-level escalation point for AR Billing-related issues and operational concerns. Ensure timely, accurate, and complete billing and invoice distribution in line with contractual terms, local regulations, and global policies.
• Monitor and resolve billing discrepancies, including pricing issues, master data errors, and system-related failures.
• Oversee and consolidate non-standard or non-migrated AR billing processes.
• Support standardization for Global Billing Process
• Collaborate closely with the relevant stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Identify recurring issues and conduct root cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Support or lead AR projects, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
• Review and ensure timely submission of SOX documentation in SAP GRC and maintain solid compliance standards.
• Investigate control gaps and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Provide audit support (internal and external), including documentation and walkthroughs.
• Perform analytical reviews and reporting to ensure KPI targets are met.
• Consolidate monthly operational decks.
• Ensure adherence to AR task lists, SLAs, and internal controls framework.
• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Support month-end closing activities and resolve critical business issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, Finance, or any related business course.
• Minimum 4 years of Accounts Receivable experience, with solid exposure to Global AR Billing processes.
• Practical experience in SAP S/4HANA (FI/AR); knowledge of SAP GRC.
• Effective structured, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Willing to work on shifting schedules and holidays, as required
• Familiar with SAP S4 ERP

Competencies:

• Preferably but not required white belt trained or with knowledge in process improvement methodologies
• Good English communication skills, both verbal and written. • Good in MS Office applications (MS Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Available and willing to work on holidays as needed and on any shift as maybe assigned.
• With a professional demeanor and attitude. Can blend well to different kind of personalities.
• With knowledge in using ERP systems.

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Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
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