As pioneers and global leader, Hiab is ambitious to write forward our success story, inspiring and shaping our industry. The world in which we operate with our class-leading products, intelligent services and innovative digital solutions is constantly changing.
Purpose of the position
Eager to build a career in finance and make a real impact from day one?
As a Junior Specialist, Accounts Receivable at Hiab, you’ll play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow by ensuring accurate and timely processing of incoming payments. From posting cash receipts and resolving mismatches to supporting the Credit & Collections team, your work will help keep our financial systems in balance and our customer relationships strong.
This role is a great opportunity to learn the full cycle of accounts receivable in a dynamic, international environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience with accounting systems, collaborate across teams, and support month-end closing and reporting activities. If you're detail-oriented, motivated, and ready to grow in global finance—this is your perfect starting point.
Main tasks and responsibilitiesProcess and post cash receipts; apply all payments to the accounts receivable subledger; make necessary adjustments in the accounting system.
Manage and resolve remittance mismatch or cash application issues.
Investigate + correct unallocated/unapplied AR payments; support to Credit and Collections team.
Researches unapplied payments, notifies customers, records responses, and processes refund/application requests.
Post cheque payments, wire transfer and credit card deposits to appropriate GL cash accounts.
On an ongoing basis and in a timely manner, accurately applies received cash to the customer’s account using appropriate accounting and business management software.
Perform timely and accurate application of daily receipts and reconcile cash balance to general ledger account on a daily basis.
Process payment return items and insufficient funds.
Common cost allocation.
AR Subledgers closing performed in a timely manner as per HIAB OTC and RTR agreed policy.
Daily ServiceNow ticket support.
Reconcile accounts receivable aging to the general ledger for month-end and year-end close.
Identify improvement areas and suggest development of the processes accordingly.
Monitor timeliness and correctness of data during PEC; Contact and support to customers during PEC.
Support the Supervisor/TL in the communication / escalation process to ensure alignment of interested parties.
Any other tasks assigned by the line manager related to the areas of accountability.
All work needs to be conducted in compliance with Global Company guidelines, code of conduct, policies, procedures, controls and legal requirements.
Support that cross-functional processes in creating the best possible end-to-end efficiency.
What you’ll need to succeedEducation
Minimum Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics
Experience (or within the last year of the
0-1 years of experience in an international environment in the finance field
Competencies
Detail-oriented
Good communication and organisational skills
Time Management
Ability to prioritise
Logical thinking
Process oriented mindset
Strong analytical skills
SAP experience is a plus
Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Charts), Powerpoint and process mapping tools
Full professional proficiency of written and oral English
You will be part ofAt our company, you’ll be part of a culture built on trust, transparency, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We offer an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, while making a real impact across our global operations.
In addition we offer you:
Attractive compensation package Healthy work environment - company sponsored medical insurance program Food vouchers Work-life balance – 25 days paid vacation, company events Transportation allowance Optional Multisport card Performance-based bonuses Interested to join?If you are interested, please submit your application and CV in English.
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Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. Hiab's premium equipment includes HIAB, EFFER and ARGOS loader cranes, MOFFETT and PRINCETON truck mounted forklifts, LOGLIFT forestry cranes, JONSERED recycling cranes, MULTILIFT skiploaders and hooklifts, GALFAB roll-off cable hoists, ZEPRO, DEL and WALTCO tail lifts, and the service brand HIPERFORM, a comprehensive suite of smart solutions that help maximise the life-cycle value of Hiab’s equipment.
As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow. Globally, Hiab is represented on every continent through its extensive network of 3,000 own and partner sales and service locations, enabling delivery to over 100 countries. The company's continuing operations sales in 2024 totalled approximately EUR 1.6 billion and it employs over 4,000 people. www.hiabgroup.com