Cash Application Analyst

**Role summary:** The Cash Application Accountant is responsible for managing and maintaining the company financial transactions related to cash and bank activities. This role requires a meticulous attention to detail, strong numerical skills, and the ability to work accurately under pressure **Responsibilities** * Own and drive the unapplied cash resolution and reporting in the respective region * Pro-active identification and correction of cash application issues  * Provide operational help and guidance to team members, act as first escalation point  * Responsible for complex query resolution in the respective region * Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of daily cash reporting * Stakeholder interaction and management * Training and mentoring new and existing team members * Timely and accurate application of cash to third party and intercompany customer accounts in line with the processes and procedures set for Accounts Receivable * Contact customers with payment related queries via email and phone * Maintain documentation as per internal controls & SOX audit requirements as needed * Prepare and ensure timely completion of month end close reports * Prepare 3rd party commission calculation and accrual where applicable * Create and maintain Desktop Procedures * Manage user access requests for the team * Blackline superuser for own area * Active participation in transitions, projects, process improvement initiatives and audits * Ensure compliance with Flowserve policies, US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as defined by Flowserve (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and local statutory laws and regulations and that business is conducted within Flowserve ethical code of business conduct.  **Qualifications:** * 3-5 years relevant experience * Experience cheching bank statement, allocating money * Experience handling client future payments * Economics/Finance related Secondary Studies or Bachelor's Degree is an advantage * Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and any other language (as per required in role) * Ability to build effective relationships with customers and stakeholders * Intermediate user of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) * Knowledge and experience using ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP) * Strong analytical research and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail * Supportive attitude and good interpersonal skill set * Embraces and drives change **Preferred:** * Continuous improvement mindset (LEAN Six Sigma is an advantage)