Accounts Receivable Specialist

What to expect

Do you want to work in a company where you can truly contribute with your skills, strategic thinking, and hands‑on approach to strengthening our financial operations across EMEA? 

We have a new opening in our Dutch office in Noord‑Scharwoude for an Accounts Receivable Specialist. Are you passionate about efficiency, accuracy, and relationship‑driven collections — and would you love a role where you directly impact dealer performance and our company’s financial health? Do you bring 3–5 years of proven experience in accounts receivable, credit control, or business‑to‑business collections? 
This might be the right step for you!  

The Financial team at Zero Motorcycles EMEA is looking for a proactive and organized professional with high energy, confidence, and outstanding communication skills. In this role, you take full ownership of your portfolio of international dealers, manage overdue balances, enforce payment terms without hesitation, and ensure that internal and external stakeholders follow the correct financial procedures. 
You will be a key driver in reducing our overdue balances by 75%, standardizing AR processes, and implementing strong follow‑up discipline with our dealer network.  

You will work closely with sales, warranty, logistics, and country managers, while reporting directly to the GL/EMEA Finance Director. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an international portfolio of 150–200 dealers and ensure timely payments by executing consistent B2B collections and follow‑up procedures. 

• Reduce overdue balances significantly by enforcing payment terms, placing/releasing credit holds, and escalating to sales, country managers, or legal when needed. 

• Send payment reminders and statements using SAP S/4HANA and Power BI reports. 

• Execute timely direct debits and further expand it to the rest of the dealer network. 

• Monitor all outstanding items. 

• Resolve billing issues, disputes, damaged returns, and warranty/RMA‑related questions. 

• Process invoices daily. 

• Educate dealers on Zero’s financial procedures, including payment terms, return processes, and upcoming mandatory direct debit implementation. 

• Identify financial risk signals from dealers and escalate when necessary. 

• Contribute to continuous process improvements and AR workflow enhancements 

Skills and Attributes

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable, credit management, and B2B collections.  

• Fluency in Dutch & English is required. 

• Fluency in either Italian, French or German is required. 

• HS diploma or equivalent, or 2–5 years of proven experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or B2B Collections.  

• Experience in international environments, automotive/OEM, or physical product companies is a plus. 

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA is strongly preferred.  

• Strong Excel and reporting knowledge (Power BI exposure is a plus).  

• Confident communicator who is not afraid to follow procedures strictly and push for payment.  

• Ability to identify problems, propose solutions, and take initiative. 

• Strong analytical and prioritization skills; able to manage fluctuating workloads.  

• Detail‑oriented, accurate, and capable of independent work in a fast‑paced environment.  

Why Zero Motorcycles

Zero Motorcycles, a leader and innovator in electric motorcycles and commercial powertrains, incorporates advanced technology, stunning design and commitment to environmental benefits. The EV space is growing dramatically, with Zero a leader in the two-wheel category and a rising star in powertrain applications to other OEMs electrifying sport and utility vehicles for powersport and industrial applications.

At Zero Motorcycles, you’ll join a passionate, fast-growing global team with a truly international spirit. While our roots in the United States, have branched-out to Europe and stablished in The Netherlands, our team now spans across more than 10 countries, representing over 15 nationalities—and counting! We thrive in a multicultural, multilingual environment where fresh ideas are welcomed, big dreams are encouraged, and success is celebrated together.

Our team is united by a shared mission and a love for what we do. Whether we're collaborating across time zones or catching up in the office, you'll find a group that’s driven, committed, and always ready to share a laugh.

We value connection beyond the work itself. From office lunches and Friday drinks to spontaneous barbecues when the sun’s out, and legendary Xmas parties and team-building days, we believe in having fun while we work hard.

Working with Zero Motorcycles, you’ll also have opportunities to represent us at events and trade shows—locally and internationally—if that’s something you enjoy. And as we continue to grow, so can you. We’re invested in your development and success, and we can’t wait to see where your journey with us will take you.

Additionally

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Inclusive and open-door culture with driven, fun colleagues.
• Work in a dynamic, innovative environment leading the EV revolution.