AR Controller (DACH)

Founded in 1981, TCL Electronics is a leading consumer electronics company with operations in more than 160 countries and regions worldwide. As one of the world's largest TV manufacturers, TCL is committed to delivering innovative products and creating a better smart life for customers around the globe.

At TCL Europe, we value teamwork, ownership, continuous learning, and diversity. We provide an international working environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to the company's rapid expansion.

Job Purpose

The AR Controller is responsible for managing the Accounts Receivable function across the DACH region, ensuring timely cash collection, effective credit risk management, accurate customer account reconciliation, and compliance with company policies and financial controls. The role partners closely with Sales, Customer Service, Logistics, and Finance to optimize working capital, minimize credit risk, and support sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process, including payment allocation, customer account reconciliation, collections, and dispute management.
• Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely collections and proactively follow up on overdue balances.
• Review customer credit limits, assess credit risks, and support credit approval processes in accordance with company policies.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, deductions, claims, and invoice disputes in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Maintain accurate customer master data and ensure the integrity of Accounts Receivable records.
• Prepare and analyze AR aging reports, collection forecasts, cash flow projections, and other AR performance reports.
• Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including DSO, overdue balances, collection effectiveness, and customer credit exposure.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to Accounts Receivable.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and company policies.

Key Account Management

• Take ownership of the Accounts Receivable activities for strategic and key customers within the DACH region.
• Build strong working relationships with key customers to facilitate efficient payment collection and dispute resolution.

General Finance Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare regular financial reports and analyses for local management and regional headquarters.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax regulations, internal controls, and company policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, strengthen internal controls, and support ERP/system optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with Sales, Customer Service, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Perform other finance- and accounting-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Min. 2 years of relevant experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, AR Controlling, or Finance.
• Fluent German and professional English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Proven experience managing key accounts and complex customer portfolios.
• Candidates with experience managing major retail customers, retail groups, or buying groups (e.g., MediaMarktSaturn, Euronics, expert, EK Retail, ElectronicPartner) will be highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of Accounts Receivable processes, credit management, cash collection, customer account reconciliation, and financial controls.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently in a dynamic international environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing international organization.
• Collaborative and multicultural working environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Urban Sports Club membership.
• Modern office with complimentary coffee, beverages, and snacks.
• Regular team events and company activities.