Finance Shared Services Accounts Receivable

As a Finance Shared Services Associate in Accounts Receivable at Marel, your main responsibilities include supporting the execution of operational activities in the finance area, assisting with transitions of tasks, creating training materials, and contributing to improvement initiatives. You’ll gain firsthand experience in the finance process while collaborating with a diverse team.

To qualify for the Finance Shared Services Associate position at Marel, you should ideally have 1-2 years of experience in a finance-related role, a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, and excellent analytical skills. Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and fluent English are essential, while additional European language skills are a bonus.

In the Finance Shared Services Accounts Receivable position, you can expect a hybrid working environment that combines remote flexibility with in-office collaboration. Marel values work-life balance and fosters a dynamic, multicultural team atmosphere that promotes innovation and continuous improvement.

Marel is committed to nurturing the potential of its employees. As a Finance Shared Services Associate, you will have ample opportunities to develop a comprehensive understanding of finance processes, participate in training, and contribute to ongoing projects that enhance your career trajectory within the organization.

Yes, Marel welcomes applicants with limited finance experience as long as you have a genuine willingness to learn and grow. The Finance Shared Services Associate position is designed to help you build your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment, making it an excellent starting point for your finance career.

When answering this question, highlight your interest in the finance industry and the unique opportunities that Marel offers. Discuss how the company's mission aligns with your personal values and how you see yourself contributing to its success.

In your response, provide specific examples of how you have managed or participated in financial reconciliations. Discuss any software or tools used, emphasizing your attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies.

To answer, outline a systematic approach to prioritizing tasks, such as assessing urgency and importance. Mention past experiences where you successfully managed competing deadlines while ensuring quality outcomes.

Discuss your proficiency with MS Excel, including specific functions or tools you commonly use in your finance work. Providing examples of how you've used Excel to analyze data or automate tasks will illustrate your skills effectively.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to describe the project, your role, the diversity within the team, and how you fostered a collaborative spirit to achieve project goals. Emphasize the importance of communication and respect for different perspectives.

Discuss your philosophy on continuous improvement and provide specific examples of initiatives you led or participated in that resulted in process enhancements or efficiency gains in your previous roles.

Outline your methodology for ensuring accuracy, such as double-checking your work, using standardized procedures, and validating information with team members. Mention any tools or technologies you rely on.

Demonstrate your ability to accept feedback positively. Highlight your willingness to learn and adapt by discussing a specific instance when you received constructive criticism and how it led to your professional growth.

Be honest about a genuine weakness, and illustrate your efforts toward improvement. This could include pursuing additional training, seeking mentorship, or taking on projects that challenge you.

Explain that teamwork fosters collaboration and innovation, vital for achieving efficient processes in shared services. Provide examples of how you’ve successfully worked in teams and the positive outcomes of that collaboration.