SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Job DescriptionAn Accounts Receivable (AR) job involves managing customer payments, from generating invoices and sending bills to tracking collections, applying payments, reconciling accounts, and resolving billing issues to ensure timely cash flow and accurate financial records for the company. Key duties include monitoring customer accounts, communicating with clients about outstanding balances, processing refunds, and generating financial reports for management.
Payment Processing: Posting customer payments, matching receipts to invoices, and managing various payment methods.
Collections: Monitoring overdue accounts, sending reminders, contacting customers, and negotiating payment plans.
Account Management: Maintaining accurate AR ledgers, reconciling accounts, and resolving billing discrepancies.
Reporting: Preparing daily, monthly, or periodic reports on AR status, aging, and cash flow.
Collaboration: Working with sales, customer service, and finance teams to streamline processes and ensure data accuracy.
Invoicing & Billing: Creating and sending invoices, statements, and credit/debit notes.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
Skills: Detail-oriented, strong communication (written/verbal), problem-solving, organization, and collaboration.
Tools: Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and spreadsheet programs (e.g., Excel).
Education: Often a high school diploma or associate's degree in accounting or finance; a bachelor's degree may be required for advanced roles.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance General knowledge of accounting principles - required
- Minimum 4 years of related professional experience in Accounting / Finance – required (if this experience is within an SSC environment it is an advantage)
- Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have)
For Pooling
Hybrid Setup
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance
- General knowledge of accounting principles
- Minimum 4 years of related professional experience in Accounting / Finance
- Experience in financial systems (Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have)
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
SGS Insights
What We Do
SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection, and Certification company, providing quality and safety control services.
