chester De Bruin

A results-driven and highly organized Billing and Collections Specialist with over 5 years of experience in managing accounts receivable, credit risk, and debt recovery. Adept at maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring timely payments, and minimizing financial risk for the organization. Skilled in credit assessments, invoicing, collections, and resolving complex payment issues. Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, improve cash flow, and contribute to financial stability. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving, I bring a strong track record of reducing outstanding debt, optimizing payment terms, and supporting finance teams to achieve business objectives.

1. Invoicing & Billing Management

Execution: Prepare and issue multi-regional invoices, credit notes, and customer statements while meeting strict month-end deadlines.

Support: Resolve billing queries from clients and internal account managers and assist with global financial reporting projects.

2. Collections & Cash Management

Cash Flow: Drive the collections process by tracking payments, logging commitments for cash flow forecasting, and applying cash receipts to the ledger.

Risk Mitigation: Analyze aging reports, clear unallocated cash, and handle foreign exchange (FX) write-offs.

Escalation: Conduct weekly reviews with management and escalate overdue accounts for debt collection.

3. Compliance & Reconciliation

Audit Readiness: Perform control account reconciliations and provide documentation for internal and external audits.

Accuracy: Investigate payment discrepancies and provide necessary inputs for monthly statutory tax returns.

4. Stakeholder & Process Management

Relationships: Act as a customer-focused liaison between clients, regional finance teams, and account managers.

Efficiency: Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manage project communications via Monday.com.