Order-to-Cash Accountant

Elliott Group, Ebara Corp•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Order-to-Cash (O2C) Accountant is responsible for the financial execution of the O2C cycle, with a specific focus on revenue recognition, billing, and the underlying accounting for revenue activity and costs. Working under the direction of the O2C Manager, this role ensures that all financial transactions are processed accurately and that the costing associated with revenue-generating activities is properly recorded in accordance with company policies and IFRS standards. This role serves as a vital link between operations and the general ledger.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
3+ years of accounting experience, specifically within Revenue Accounting, AR, or the O2C cycle.
Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, accrual accounting, and revenue-to-cost matching principles.
Solid understanding of IFRS standards and internal control frameworks (SOX or similar).
Proficiency in a major ERP system and advanced Excel skills.
Ability to trace revenue activities through to the general ledger and understand costing impacts.
High level of accuracy in preparing journal entries and reconciliations.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to deliver accurate results under tight month-end deadlines.
Ability to work effectively across finance, sales, and operations functions.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly journal entries associated with revenue recognition, cost of goods sold (COGS) and revenue-related accruals.
Review and record the accounting and costing details of revenue activities to ensure margins are accurately reflected in the financial statements.
Ensure all revenue-related activities are recorded in the correct period in compliance with IFRS 15 and company revenue recognition policies.
Execute the end-to-end billing process, ensuring invoices are generated accurately and distributed timely based on customer contracts and operational milestones.
Monitor customer accounts and aging reports; perform proactive collection activities to ensure timely payments and minimize Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
Partner with Sales and Operations teams to investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or customer disputes affecting payment.
Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable, deferred revenue, and unbilled receivable accounts to the general ledger.
Oversee the accounting for progress billings and adjustments, ensuring that the balance sheet accurately reflects contract assets and liabilities.
Prepare and provide documentation for internal and external auditors regarding revenue, costing, and receivables.
Assist the O2C Manager in preparing monthly reports on key metrics, including aging trends, revenue variances, and bad debt reserve analysis.
Adhere to established internal controls over the O2C and revenue cycles to ensure financial integrity.