Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist (Permanent, Part-Time – 30h/week)
Location: Belgium (Bavikhove)
Business: Copaco / Mermet Europe (part of Hunter Douglas group)
Department: Finance & Accounting
Role Overview:
We are looking for a reliable and service-oriented Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist to support customer receivables across Copaco and Mermet Europe. This is a permanent, part-time position (30 hours/week, ideally Monday to Friday) based in Bavikhove.
In this role, you will take ownership of the end-to-end AR cycle – including customer communication, payment monitoring, and collections follow-up – while also supporting invoice processing and broader accounting team activities as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor open receivables and follow up proactively with customers to ensure timely payment.
* Manage customer queries related to invoices, payment terms, credit notes, and account balances.
* Liaise with customer service, sales, and finance teams to resolve disputes or clarify billing issues.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer master data and account reconciliations.
* Post and apply customer payments and adjustments in Microsoft Dynamics AX / Business Central.
* Assist with invoice processing and other administrative accounting tasks, as required.
* Provide general support to the local accounting team during month-end and audit cycles.
* Maintain clear documentation and ensure AR processes follow internal control guidelines.
Profile Requirements:
* Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or general accounting.
* Experience working in Microsoft Dynamics AX and/or Business Central is strongly preferred.
* Fluent in Dutch, French, and English (written and spoken) – essential for internal and external communication.
* Customer-focused, professional, and confident in handling collections conversations.
* Structured, hands-on, and comfortable with multitasking across AR and other accounting duties.
* Strong attention to detail and a team-player mindset.
Contract Type:
Permanent employment (Part-time – 30 hours/week). Preferred schedule: 6 hours/day, Monday to Friday.
Work Environment:
On-site presence in Bavikhove required. Hybrid flexibility may be considered after onboarding.