SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The billing specialist will be a member of the finance team in charge of invoicing according to the standard policies and best practices, ensuring SGS customer and contract requirements are always adhered to. Candidates must have a positive and proactive attitude, strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize and multi-task.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compiles, computes and records billing, statistical data, and other numerical data for billing purposes.
• Ensure all sales orders are opened in a timely manner.
• Complies with Internal Control System throughout the billing process.
• Assist, coordinate and cooperate with business to ensure the quality and timing of invoicing.
• Operate 3rd Party customer web portals.
• Receive, analyze and issue credit note request in line with the approval process.
• Sending, archiving and following up of invoices.
• Monitor open sales orders daily.
• Perform daily duties as outlined by the Billing Manager.
• Assist in month end closing and internal/ external audit requirements, providing all required documentation.

Make continuous improvement and innovation through investigation and recommendations to designated supervisor.

PROFILE

• Diploma or Degree – desired
• Experience in Finance/Accounting - required
• Experience in billing in multiple entities and currencies – required
• Experience in billing in multiple business units with multiple profit centres and pricelists – required
• Experience in large volume processing - required
• Knowledge of in-country and international invoicing requirements - required
• Ability to adapt quickly and demonstrate flexibility - required
• Able to work independently - required
• Strong team player and work ethic - required
• Customer service oriented – required
• Decision-making, problem-solving and analytical skills - required
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material - required
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills - required
• Positive and learning attitude - required
• Focus on achieving results, continues improvement and innovation - required

Required Skills

·        Attention to details

·        Communication skills

·        Strong analytical skills

·        Problem-solving skills

·        Team player 

• Local language level B2, fluent in finance terminology (nice to have)
• English with minimal good reading and speaking skills (B1), business English - required
• Good written and verbal communication skills - required
• Experience (advanced) in working with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point) – required

Must have the SGS core competency including integrity.