Location: Cologne, Germany

Employment type: working student 20 hours/week

We are seeking a motivated and diligent working student with a background in Accounting (or similar qualification) with a focus on debtor management to join our team. The successful candidate will support the receivable management (incl. debtor account reconciliation, bank account reconciliation, timely collection of outstanding debts, and related tasks). They will be the first point of contact for debt collection partners and regularly exchange with internal Key Account Managers to work on revenue collection. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Tasks

How you are part of our success story:

Debtor Management

You ensure timely and accurate completion of crucial tasks such as creation of invoices, credit notes, and payment reminders
You perform debtor account & bank reconciliation as well as month’s end reconciliation
You investigate and resolve discrepancies or disputes related to invoicing and payments
You do a regular hand-over of overdue invoices to debt collection agencies and subsequent communication with relevant stakeholders
You maintain and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and accounts receivables using software such as Salesforce
You prepare reports, summaries and next-best-action analyses on a regular basis
You support the team on other processes (creditor management, payment runs, etc.)
You contact clients via email or phone to facilitate timely payment of invoices

Communication and Collaboration

You liaise with internal stakeholders such as sales, operations, and management to ensure accurate and timely invoice issuing and revenue collection
You coordinate with external parties including debt collection agencies, clients, suppliers, and financial institutions as needed
You provide financial guidance and support to other departments as required

Requirements

What you need to convince us:

You are studying Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
You are business fluent in English and German
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
You are a motivated team player who is eager to join Homelike’s journey
Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Office or Salesforce is a plus

Benefits

What you can expect from your Homelike journey:

Work-Life-Balance

Flexible Working: Choose your work arrangement and work either entirely remotely or from our modern office hubs (currently in Cologne and London).
Trust Working Hours: Structure your day based on your team and individual preferences.
Additional Day Off: Make use of an extra day off for life events such as marriage or moving houses.

Learning & Development

Homelike Academy: Develop new skills by participating in monthly internal training academies moderated by Homelike´s experts.
360° Feedback: Receive regular and/or holistic feedback from your manager, peers and stakeholders for your professional growth.
Team Shadows: Gain interesting insights and exposure by shadowing different departments.
Exclusive Top Talent Program: Become part of the top talent program with exclusive personal development access to accelerate your growth career progression within Homelike.
External Guest Speakers: Broaden your perspectives and network with industry experts, or influential individuals from outside the company.

Modern Culture

Global Talent Team: Join a diverse global team with 20+ nationalities based in 7 countries around the globe.
Entrepreneurial Empowerment: Contribute your ideas and make a substantial impact on the product and the company’s success.
Agile Mindset: Be part of tech-driven solutions and a flexible way of thinking that enables people to react quickly and adapt to changing situations.
Company & Team Events: Enjoy monthly after-work gatherings in Cologne/London, remote team activities and bigger company events, fostering team belongingness and connection.
Talent Engagement: Get involved in different learning groups or guilds to strengthen relationships outside the work setting.

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