Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics. 

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We are currently offering an AR Specialist (m/f/d) position at the Global Business Services Center located in Porto, Portugal. Fuelled by a talented and dedicated workforce, the GBS provides accounting business services for Bruker Corporation throughout the EMEA Region. Consider expanding your capabilities with Bruker and become an integral part of a continuously growing and dynamic team that delivers sustainable value.

Accounts Receivable Specialists support day-to-day operations in collaboration with Senior Specialists and Team Leads. They're responsible for conducting assigned process activities and actively supporting issue resolution or escalating incidents to Sr. Specialists and Team Leads, where appropriate. They also assis Senior Specialists and Team Leads as needed.

• Execute operational sub-processes according to Team Lead directives:

-Perform credit checks, process bank statements, and allocate cash

-Invoice customers and perform billing activities

-Process disputes and dunning activities

-Resolve mismatches and handle inquiries

-Maintain customer master data

-Proactively resolve day-to-day issues and escalate service incidents to AR Seniors or the Team Lead when appropriate

-Ensure the compliance to internal controls where required

-Assist in implementation of activities to streamline and standardize operations, including operational metrics

• Assist in implementation of activities to streamline and standardize operations, including operational metrics
• Build knowledge around particular activities
• Perform other duties as required. 

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting and Accounts Receivable
• Bachelor's degree (BSc) or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English (minimum B2 level)
• Strong knowledge of Accounting and Accounts Receivable processes; knowledge of P2P processes is an advantage
• Experience in at least one transition of work between organizational units
• Ability to take ownership and drive initiatives independently
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, including the ability to assess priorities, urgency, and risks
• Self-reliance and appropriate escalation management skills
• Strong organizational skills, open-mindedness, and adaptability to change
• Availability to travel, including maintenance of a valid passport
• High ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism
• Ability to complete required position training and compliance requirements

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.