Staff Accountant – Accounts Receivable

Company Description

Sirtex Medical is a global leader in healthcare, with offices in the U.S., Australia, Germany, and Singapore, dedicated to improving patient outcomes. 
Our mission is to be at the forefront of minimally invasive cancer and embolization therapies. By partnering with 
physicians, we aim to provide innovative products that enhance patient outcomes and simplify treatments. Achieving this ambitious goal requires passionate and talented individuals who are committed to making a difference. Our flagship product, SIR-Spheres® Y-90 resin microspheres, is a targeted radiation therapy for liver cancer. To date, we have delivered over >150K doses across 50+ countries, significantly impacting patients' lives worldwide. Our success is fueled by our dedication to serving the medical community, maintaining professionalism, fostering a collaborative work culture, nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit, and continuously pursuing innovation and improvement. 
At Sirtex, we are committed to creating a great workplace. We offer a range of benefits, programs, and services to 
support our employees, ensuring they have opportunities to contribute to our success and advance their careers. Join our inclusive community, where you can collaborate with talented colleagues, bring your ideas to life, and advance your career, all while delivering innovative healthcare solutions to patients.

Job Description

• Ensure timely payment of customer accounts through various activities:
  • Responsible for reducing delinquent account balances and DSO by supporting collection efforts via phone calls, statement distribution, and processing adjustments as necessary.
  • Monitor and manage the A/R mailbox, providing the highest-level customer service regarding collection and customer accounts issues by responding to customer requests in a timely manner.
  • Provide customers with documentation such as invoices, monthly statements, purchase orders and proof of delivery.
  • Keep the sales organization informed of Accounts Receivable performance by region through providing reports and supporting on monthly status updates to accelerate cash collection.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Supply Chain and other departments, as needed, to resolve discrepancies, short and slow payments.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to optimize cash collection.
• Reconcile accounts, record journal entries, and ensure all month end closing procedures pertaining to Accounts Receivable are completed.
• Post all Cash receipts in SAP daily (including bank lockbox, ACH and wire deposits).
• Support the AR Lead with completion of monthly DSO Dashboard, DSO Presentation Slides, and Bad Debt calculations.
• Support bi-monthly meetings with the collections team, providing meaningful insight, suggestions, and contributions to help support their efforts.
• Ensure invoices and credit notes are sent on a timely basis.
• Assist with half year and year-end audit requirements.

Support other finance requirements, as needed including special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of experience at collecting Accounts Receivable in any industry.
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus
• Knowledge of billing and collection procedures.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail, goal oriented and problem solver.
• Self-starter and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Research and analytical skills.

The target base salary range for this position will range from $72,000 to $87,000 annually. Individual compensation for this job requisition will be based on non-discriminatory factors, including your geographic location, skills, experience, education and other factors as they relate to the position requirements.  Actual compensation may vary depending on the confirmed job-related skills and experience.

In addition to the expected base compensation, this role is eligible to participate in Sirtex’s incentive programs (target bonus of 5% for this position) and benefit plans, which include paid sick and vacation time, health insurance and a generous 401k matching program.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Do you want to be part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the globe making a real difference to the quality of people’s lives.  Sirtex recognizes that well-being, financial health, and work-life balance are crucial for our employees to achieve personal success.