Regional Controller

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world's largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

Summary:

This role is a direct report to the Head of Financial Shared Services and will be based in Dallas, TX. The Credit Controller will co-ordinate the activities of the Credit, Collections, and Receivable Department in the Shared Services Center and act as the focal point of contact for plant personnel and management on any related issues.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead periodic discussions with divisions on collection issues and follow up with resolutions to drive down DSO.
• Introduce measures to improve DSO and lower bad debt.
• Produce periodic credit/collection reports.
• Actively monitor and review credit limits and terms.
• Ensure customer account reconciliations are handled within a timely manner from the initial request.
• Provide first line of support for any cash application and collection issues. Liaise with Regional Controllers and Office Managers to resolve all AR-related disputes.
• Monitor the entry of credit/debit memos and the number of billing errors.
• Provide support and training to the plant personnel on any issue related to Accounts Receivable.
• Facilitate communication between the SSC, Regional Controllers, and plant staff.
• Interface the plant billing to AX and verify the completeness and accuracy of the process.
• Report weekly sales in Hyperion.
• Liaise with banks for lockboxes and other cash receipt issues.
• Introduction of control mechanisms to reduce the possibility of errors in the process or manipulation of the Accounts Receivable information.
• Produce and review reports to management and plants on their sales, Accounts Receivable balances, and aging.
• Book intercompany entries for sales and true-up location balances.
• Generate Bad Debt provision at month end and coordinate the journal entries to the general ledger group for posting.
• Balance sales and sub-ledger accounts to the General Ledger, researching and resolving any discrepancies.
• Facilitate monthly Accounts Receivable close.
• Ensure that disputed invoice matters are reported and resolved within an acceptable time limit.
• Complete audit schedules and requests as needed.
• Be a subject matter expert with the ERP system and assist with the rollout to the plant locations.
• Manage A/R projects related to software enhancements (ex. Multi-currency usage, electronic payments, electronic receipts, case management)Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.

We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

• Education - Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience - Minimum 5-7 years related experience in AR with 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases is required.
• Well-developed Spreadsheet and Word processing skills, Excel a must.
• Microsoft AX and Navision experience preferred.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate responsively via email and the telephone.

Bodycote has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment for these reasons, all applicants in the United States who receive a conditional offer of employment must undergo a drug screen before employment begins.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

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