German-Speaking Senior O2C Specialist – Porto, Portugal

At a glance

Location: Porto, Portugal

Languages: German

Start: 10/9

About the role CloserHire is partnering with a global leader in insulin delivery and diabetes technology to recruit a German-speaking Senior O2C Specialist.In this role, you will manage the full Order-to-Cash (O2C) cycle, ensuring process efficiency, compliance, and timely collections. You will lead a team, handle complex disputes, and drive process improvements that optimize business growth and working capital.

What you'll do

Lead and manage O2C operations, including order management, billing, collections, cash application, and dispute resolution. Review AR aging reports, implement strategies to reduce DSO (Days Sales

Outstanding), and drive collection efforts. Manage customer and internal relationships, resolve escalated disputes, and negotiate payment terms. Ensure compliance with Audit/SOX/internal controls, accounting standards, IFRS, and tax regulations. Drive process automation, standardization, and efficiency initiatives to improve O2C workflows. Support month-end and quarter-end closing, reconciliations, and financial reporting to senior management. Mentor and train junior O2C specialists, fostering a high-performing team. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Logistics, Treasury, and Tax teams to align on financial processes

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Administration. 5–7 years of experience in O2C, AR, or Finance operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/lead role. In-depth knowledge of O2C processes, financial controls, and compliance frameworks. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday). Exposure to global business environments and multi-currency transactions. Leadership and mentoring abilities. Advanced

Excel and reporting skills. Fluency in German (C1) and strong

Portuguese contracts pay 14 salaries a year — your normal monthly salary plus a holiday and a Christmas salary. The annual figure is therefore well above monthly × 12, which is worth doing the maths on before you compare it to an offer at home.

Full-time permanent contract (40h/week). Stable working schedule: Monday to Friday, 09:00–18:00. Private life and health insurance (including eyecare and dental care) after 3 months of employment. Free use of the corporate gym and other wellness programs. Career development programs and international mobility opportunities. Competitive remuneration package with 2 extra salaries (Christmas, Easter & Summer). Fixed working schedule, no shifts, adapted to country needs. 9 country holiday leaves, on top of your deserved AHL (Annual Holiday Leave)

Relocation support

Accomodation for candidates outside of Portugal - Room in company apartment in Porto for 12 months for a fixed cost of 280EUR, deducted from salary. Inside

Portugal - only available if candidates are coming directly from a competitor. Reimbursement of flight ticket on the 6th month of work, up to 400EUR. Health

Insurance since day 1 for small amount, free after 6 months

Why Portugal? Portugal is the most popular relocation destination we place into, and it earns that. Over 300 days of sun a year, some of the lowest living costs in Western Europe, and a large international community in Lisbon and Porto that makes arriving alone much less daunting. EU citizens need no visa — you can start immediately.

How the process works

A short introductory call with CloserHire, around 30 minutes

Interview with the company

Offer, then we help with the paperwork and, where relevant, the move

From application to starting on the ground usually takes around five weeks.

CloserHire recruits for this role on behalf of our client. We are an equal-opportunity recruiter and consider every applicant on ability alone.

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