AR Analyst

AR Analyst Who We Are On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants). The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.) The role As Accounts Receivable Coordinator, you will ensure that our company's financial processes run smoothly and efficiently. You will be responsible for managing incoming payments, maintaining customer accounts, and ensuring that all financial records are accurate and up-to-date. You will play a pivotal role in managing our cash flow and ensuring that customer inquiries are addressed promptly. You will be tasked with reconciling accounts, preparing reports, and analysing our accounts receivable processes to identify areas for improvement. You will interact with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure timely collections. You will also play a key role in monthly financial closing activities and reporting, contributing to the efficiency and integrity of our financial operations As an AR Analyst at IPL you will : • Prepare the weekly Accounts Receivable Review file with information of collection attempts, overall customer trends and aging status, follow-up throughout the month. • Assist with A/R cash forecasting weekly. • Maintain A/R related reconciliations, journal entries and monitoring for Trade A/R, Bad Debt and Warranty. • Process customer CCAs and needed debit and credit memos approved via DOAG. • Update ERP system daily with customer payments, credit card transactions and other required data. • Manage the collection effort to ensure timely payment. • Lead bi-weekly Collection Review meeting with the Finance Team. • Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations for A/R related accounts. • Reconcile the A/R subsidiary ledger to the general ledger monthly. • Ensure all A/R functions are completed timely for month end close schedule. What you will bring to the role: • Bachelor’s degree required, accounting major strongly preferred. • 1 year of proven experience in an accounts receivable role; preferably in a manufacturing setting. • 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or a related financial role. • Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts receivable procedures. • Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus. • Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. • Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with customers and internal teams. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, apply today to find out more! Department Finance- General Locations Lee's Summit, Missouri, Urbana, Ohio Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary $54,104 - $81,156 Employment type Full-time