AR Associate Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support in analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure the team is meeting its targets. This includes monitoring performance, identifying areas for improvement, and defining action plans to drive better results. 

• A major part of the role involves coordinating internal and external audits, making sure the AR processes are compliant with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. 

• Driving continuous improvement within the team will be a core focus. This includes identifying inefficiencies in current processes, proposing solutions, and leading initiatives to implement process enhancements. 

• Close cooperation with other teams and departments, facilitating knowledge sharing and ensuring that there is alignment between different functional areas.  

• Highlighting risks within AR processes, helping to identify potential issues before they escalate. This may involve working with leadership to mitigate these risks and develop contingency plans. 

• Coordinator in the onboarding process collaborating with Senior Manager to ensure new hires are well-prepared and supported in their roles. 

WHAT WE WANT YOU TO BRING ALONG

• A university degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting. 

• Minimum 4 years of experience in AR processes.  

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and proactive, results-driven approach. 

• Both verbal and written communication skills are critical to collaborate effectively with senior management, internal and external parties.  

• Mature attitude towards challenges and problem solving. 

• Ability to work across cultures with all levels of organization as well as with different functions. 

• MS Office (Excel Advanced), SAP, and other AR tools. 

DESIRABLE SKILLS: 

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. 

• Cross-functional experience across different finance functions (AP/AR/RTR). 

• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). 

• Experience in leading cross-functional projects or initiatives. 

• Solution-oriented mindset with a strong desire to solve problems autonomously. 

• Strong time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to organize and plan effectively to drive results. 

WHAT WE OFFER

We care about growth, health, and wellbeing of our employees; therefore, our offer includes:

• Luxmed medical insurance: Employee basic package is covered by Wella, you can upgrade the package or extend it to your spouse or partner and kids
• Life insurance: basic option is paid by Wella, you can upgrade the package for you and your family
• Lunch card
• Multisport card
• Parking subsidy or public transportation refund – depending on your commuting style
• One additional day off to celebrate each full year of employment (capped at five days) 
• Birthday as a holiday: celebrate with your loved ones!
• End-of-the-year gift, spring celebrations
• Bonus for life-time occasions (e.g., giving birth to a child, marriage)
• Attractive referral bonus for recommending talents to work at Wella
• State-of-the-art workspace, collaborative areas, cool events, and gatherings
• Occasional samples of our products to enjoy
• Access to discounts on our products in Wella and ghd online shops

WHO WE ARE

Together, WE enable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves.

Wella Company is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally, presence in over 100 countries, Wella Company and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, Wella Company empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders.

For additional information about the Wella Company, please visit www.wellacompany.com and https://www.wellacompany.com/about-us.

EEO OPPORTUNITIES

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wella Company with federal and state disability laws makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at: https://www.wellacompany.com/consumer-affairs

We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results.

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