Accounts Receivables Specialist

About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Cloudflare protects and accelerates any Internet application online without adding hardware, installing software, or changing a line of code. Internet properties powered by Cloudflare all have web traffic routed through its intelligent global network, which gets smarter with every request. As a result, they see significant improvement in performance and a decrease in spam and other attacks. Cloudflare was named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top Company Cultures list and ranked among the World’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company. At Cloudflare, we’re not looking for people who wait for a polished roadmap; we’re looking for the builders who see the cracks in the Internet that everyone else has simply learned to live with. We value candidates who have the instinct to spot a "normalized" problem and the AI-native curiosity to create a solution using the latest tools. Our culture is built on iteration, leveraging AI to ship faster today to make it better tomorrow, while ensuring that every improvement, no matter how small, is shared across the team to lift everyone up. If you’re the type of person who values curiosity over bureaucracy, and that AI is a partner in solving tough problems to keep the Internet moving forward, you’ll fit right in. Available Locations: Lisbon, Portugal About the team: Highly results-oriented and hands-on Order-to-Cash (OTC) professional adept at managing the full lifecycle of worldwide Accounts Receivable (A/R) functions. Proven ability to ensure prompt and accurate invoicing in compliance with contract terms, facilitate efficient cash application, and optimize cash flow. Successfully leverages US GAAP revenue accounting principles (e.g., ASC 606) in billing practices while strengthening external relationships by serving as a key finance liaison in Sales and Customer meetings to resolve disputes and secure payment. Expertise includes supporting month-end close processes, running credit checks, maintaining SOX compliance through key controls, and driving continuous improvement in A/R and billing systems. What You Will Do: Core Responsibilities Billing and Invoicing: Direct preparation and issuance of customer invoices to ensure prompt and accurate billing in compliance with contract terms, ensuring the accurate reflection of revenue recognition standards. Accounts Receivable Management: Facilitate all aspects of the Accounts Receivable cycle, including cash receipt and application processes to ensure prompt and accurate deposit of all funds and accurate application to customer accounts. Revenue Accounting amp; Compliance: Apply US GAAP revenue recognition principles (e.g., ASC 606/605) to billing and invoicing practices. Participate in month-end close processes associated with Accounts Receivable and deferred/recognized revenue to support timely and accurate preparation and delivery of financial statements. Customer Interaction: Oversee the response to billing and A/R inquiries in a manner that cultivates a culture of exemplary customer service. Act as a key finance liaison by attending Sales and Client meetings as required to clarify contract terms, invoicing schedules, and payment obligations. Systems and Data Integrity: Oversee maintenance of customer account information within Billing System(s) to ensure up-to-date address, terms, tax, and contact information. Collaborate with cross- functional teams on various systems projects, including selection, implementation, and upgrades to A/R and Billing systems. Internal Controls amp; Reporting: Support overall organization’s SOX compliance requirements through adherence to key controls and timely completion of reporting for A/R and Revenue-related processes. Expe ... (truncated, view full listing at source)