KOSTALhas a strong family history based on innovation and caring for our employees.
For more than 100 years, our values have guided how we work together to influence, evolve and grow our future.Main Job Purpose:The Accounts Receivable Accountant is responsible for managing accounts receivable activities for both U.S. and Mexico customers within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
This role oversees collections, cash application, reconciliations, and dispute resolution while ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong customer relationships across cross-border operations.
The position works closely with finance, sales, customer service, logistics, and manufacturing teams to support timely cash flow and maintain compliance with company policies and international business practices.
The position requires full professional fluency in both English and Spanish.Key ResponsibilitiesCollections Management – US & Mexico AccountsManage collections activities for assigned U.S. and Mexico customer portfolios.Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on past due invoices to ensure timely payment.Communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances, payment discrepancies, deductions, and disputes.Coordinate with internal departments including sales, customer service, shipping, and logistics to resolve billing issues.Maintain detailed collection records, follow-up actions, and customer communications.Escalate high-risk or delinquent accounts and recommend corrective actions when necessary.Cash ApplicationAccurately post and apply customer payments including ACH and wire transfersResearch and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, overpayments, and remittance discrepancies.Process customer credits,



debits, adjustments, and refunds as required.Ensure daily cash postings are completed timely and accurately for both U.S. and Mexico accounts.Coordinate with treasury and regarding domestic and international customer payment activity on as needed basis.Account ReconciliationPerform customer account reconciliations for U.S. and Mexico portfolio book of business.Reconcile accounts receivable subledger balances to the general ledger.Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to deductions, chargebacks, freight claims, and pricing variances.Prepare reconciliation reports and supporting schedules for month-end close and audits.Assist with monthly AR aging analysis and reporting.Additional ResponsibilitiesSupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.Assist with internal and external audit requests by providing supporting documentation and analysis.Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve AR processes and operational efficiencies.Support continuous improvement initiatives related to collections, dispute management, and cash application processes.Maintain professional relationships with customers and internal stakeholders across both U.S. and Mexico operationsEducationBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldExperience5+ years of accounting experience in Accounts receivableExperience in automotive companies with OEM ́s customer directlyTechnical SkillsDeep knowledge of AR processes, credit, and collectionsKnowledge of Mexican tax regulations (SAT, CFDI)SAP experienceAdvanced Excel skillsLanguageFluent in Englishrequired#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Accounts Receivable Accountant (Santiago de Querétaro)
🏢 Soma
📍 Santiago de Querétaro