ERM is the world’s largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy, with more than 50 years of market leadership. ERM uses its unique combination of technical depth and commercial acumen to partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges, and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

 

With over 8,000+ employees worldwide operating from 170+ offices in 40 countries, ERM is unmatched in its ability to operationalize sustainability across the business lifecycle and at all levels of an organization, which we call our boots to boardroom approach. Backed by KKR, one of the largest private market investors, and informed by deep sector and technical expertise, ERM deploys proven, integrated approaches that meet our clients’ most pressing sustainability needs and address day-to-day EHS and ESG imperatives.

 

The ERM Foundation was established in 1995 to enable ERM and its employees to provide funding and professional support for non-profit organizations and social enterprises that share our commitment to creating a more sustainable and equitable world. We work in partnership with organizations at the intersection of biodiversity protection, climate action and supporting sustainable livelihoods in order to create a lasting impact.

The Accounts Receivable (AR) team at ERM is a function that resides within the Finance Department, responsible for closely partnering with client AP teams, ERM consultant teams, and other ERM Finance to ensure timely and accurate reconciliation, processing, and collection of project invoices. This highly critical team ensures quality in cash flow management for ERM to achieve its financial objectives, including DSO.

ERM is seeking an Accounts Receivable Associate, who will fulfill the day-to-day collection activities of progressing invoices through invoice life cycle from confirmation of receipt to payment.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Apply skip tracing methods to obtain client AP contact informationUtilize prioritization list to conduct client reach outs via email, phone, and portalActively document information provided from client reach outs, including invoice stage, any issues, and payment dates on team shared AR reportPartner with client AP to uncover root cause of potential issues to resolve and obtain paymentEscalate invoices that get stuck in invoice life cycle or become delinquent to AR leadership, other Finance leadership, and/or project teams for supportManage queue assignments including write offs, statement of accounts, payment history reports, and credit invoicesMeet individual and team performance KPIs, including DSOEnsure compliance to ERM policies and procedures

Skills Needed:

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers, across all levels and functionsAbility to work with minimal direction and in a highly collaborative manner to meet required deadlines and perform all necessary tasksStrong organizational skills and attention to detail to prioritize tasks effectively and complete them accuratelyHighly motivated with strong work ethic to own and drive tasks to full resolutionStrong computer skills, including Excel

Requirements:

A degree in commerce (B.Com) or (M.Com) or equivalent. Additional courses or certifications in accounting or finance can be beneficial.Three to five years accounts receivable experience, professional services experience preferredAbility to work 2nd shiftIn-office during onboarding, then transition to hybrid (3 days/week)