About Us: We are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments. We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand. We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet. Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day. We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 5.300 employees of 40 different nationalities, 12 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 1094 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6.7 billion euro), approximately 34,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment.
About the opportunity
The position grants regular support to Accounting or other members of Finance & Control in routine activities mainly affecting AR, AP and GL. Entering data into ERP or other supporting IT systems and making basis simple validation of data. Preparing regular reports that cannot be automatized and presenting them for further evaluation. This position is in regular contact with a few internal or external counterparties, but for exactly defined tasks.
Your Role and Impact
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Manage invoices and approval flows in the Invoice Workflow system
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Validate header data captured in the Invoice Workflow system
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Verify that invoice lines captured in the Invoice Workflow system match PO lines in the ERP system and investigate/resolve quantity or price discrepancies in a timely manner
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Post supplier invoices into the system, ensuring information accuracy, correct account codes, and cost center allocation
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Match and post PO invoices via the Invoice Workflow system to the ERP system
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Post debit and credit invoices
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Monitor and manage the accounts payable aging report to ensure payments are made in a timely manner and within agreed terms
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Maintain and reconcile accounts payable accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
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Communicate with cross-functional teams regarding billing issues or vendor inquiries
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Chase approvers to ensure timely approval of invoices
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Prepare month-end accounts payable accruals
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Ensure all expenses for each period are accrued, even if invoices have not yet been received
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Assist with month-end closing and reporting by ensuring accounts payable transactions are recorded correctly
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Maintain the fixed asset register by recording acquisitions, transfers, disposals, and depreciation
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Prepare and post journal entries related to fixed assets, including depreciation, impairments, and disposals
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Reconcile intercompany accounts to ensure balances align between related entities
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Analyze foreign exchange differences and ensure proper accounting treatment for currency gains and losses
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Investigate and resolve discrepancies or mismatches in intercompany balances and transactions
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Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities
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Take inventory of physical cash and reconcile amounts with the general ledger on a monthly basis
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Reconcile consignation warehouse transactions
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Reconcile acquisitions of raw materials and merchandise on a monthly basis
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Investigate and resolve variances between general ledger balances and supporting documentation
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Clean and clear technical accounts (e.g. advance payment control account)
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Ensure reconciliations are completed accurately and on time to meet financial close deadlines
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Register and resolve issues related to customs declarations
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Book customs declaration documents
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Prepare and maintain supporting schedules related to routine financial processes
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Prepare audit materials and participate in audit processes
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Post cash to customers’ accounts daily from bank statements
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Provides the accounting staff with the banking reports to reconcile cash
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Process address changes, credits, and rebills for price corrections and other reasons
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Process various types of credits, including ones for Warranty, Rebates, and sales tax corrections
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Interacts with the Credit & Control team in researching problems with outstanding invoices and correcting when needed
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Provide support for customer service, sales, and marketing on the M3 system as it relates to billing and credits
Your eligibility
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Bachelor's Degree
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2/4+ years of accounting and accounts payable or accounts receivable experience preferred
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Prior experience with ERP systems, online banking, and consolidated reporting tools
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Strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and must be highly accurate and timely
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Good communication skills – able to train others in simple processes such as expense reporting
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Strong Analytical skills
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Proficient with accounting software and Microsoft Office
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task
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Team player with problem solving skills
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Flexible and open to take on new tasks/opportunities
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Prior experience in a shared services role supporting other countries is a plus
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Work location is Yokohama TWS Lanka (Private) Limited – Makola, Sapugaskanda
This role operates within a shared services model, providing fully online accounting support to the Yokohama TWS global team based overseas. The ideal candidate is comfortable navigating virtual collaboration platforms and maintaining high-quality service delivery in a remote setup.
What we offer
If you are a dynamic, proactive professional ready to contribute to our organization's success, we would love to hear from you. For those who have what it takes, we offer an attractive remuneration package, a wide range of benefits, and a world-class work experience. Please visit www.yokohama-tws.com to learn more about our company and our way of working.
