Accounts Receivable Lead

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

Whether you are someone looking for a career change, a professional, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounts Receivable Lead within our Finance Global Business Services (GBS). This role will be responsible for supervising the accounts receivable function, ensuring efficient processes, compliance with accounting standards, and effective team management.

This job is based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

We provide a flexible working schedule with the option of working hybrid.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: 

• Supervise the AR team, provide leadership, mentorship, and foster a collaborative work environment to drive performance and professional development.
• Contribute to the development and implementation policies and procedures for the AR Collections, Credit and Cash application processes, ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals and risk management strategies.
• Analyze adjustments and deductions to identify trends and root causes, driving process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, sales, and operations, to optimize the AR & Collections process and enhance overall performance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements related to accounts receivable and collections.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on AR performance, providing insights into outstanding balances, cash flow, and collection effectiveness to senior management.
• Develop ad-hoc reports and support special projects to enhance the accounts receivable process.
• Run the month end-process and close the AR subledger to Europe.
• Act as a key point of contact for escalated issues related to accounts receivable and collections, facilitating resolutions and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Monitor the performance of the AR & Collections function, implementing strategies to improve collection rates and reducing days sales outstanding (DSO).

For This Role You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4 -7 years of experience in a relevant role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and generate reports.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with financial software and Oracle.
• Solid understanding of credit and collection management processes and best practices.
• Fluency in English both spoken and written.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Master's degree in a relevant field or Chartered Accountant designation.
• Proficiency in one additional European language: French, German, Italian, Spanish.

Our Commitment to Our People 

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That's why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. 

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. 

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including parental leav, vacation and holiday leave. 

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team 

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce.  Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. 

Work Authorization 

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Country in which they apply. This is not a position for which sponsorship or work authorization will be provided.  

No calls or agency requests please.