Cash Analyst

Job description

JOB TITLE: Cash Analyst LOCATION NAME: System Protection, El Paso, Texas COUNTRY: USA BUSINESS UNIT: Systems Protection REPORTS TO: Plant Controller DEPARTMENT: Finance Summary The Cash Analyst is responsible for supporting accurate and timely cash application, account reconciliation, and accounts receivable and accounts payable analysis to strengthen financial control, improve cash flow visibility, and support operational discipline across the business. This role plays an important part in ensuring customer payments are applied correctly, discrepancies are resolved with urgency, and unresolved items are addressed through strong cross-functional coordination. This position requires a high level of accuracy, rigor, ownership, and follow-through. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across finance, customer service, shared services, and commercial teams to resolve issues and improve process efficiency. RESPONSIBILITIES: ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Apply customer payments accurately and on time in accordance with company procedures and internal controls Research, reconcile, and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, overpayments, chargebacks, deductions, and other payment discrepancies Review customer remittance details and match payments against open invoices and account activity Reconcile customer and vendor accounts and investigate aged balances, open items, and unresolved variances Partner with collections, customer service, sales, and finance teams to resolve billing, payment, and account issues in a timely manner Support cash flow performance by improving the speed, accuracy, and completeness of cash posting and issue resolution Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports related to cash application, deductions, unapplied cash, and accounts receivable aging Maintain complete and accurate documentation to support audit readiness, compliance, and internal control standards Identify recurring process breakdowns and recommend improvements that simplify work, strengthen accuracy, and increase organizational velocity Support month-end and period-end close activities related to cash application and accounts receivable Ensure compliance with Tenneco policies, financial controls, and standard work requirements Demonstrate accountability, discipline, and a continuous improvement mindset in daily execution Accountable for Adherence to the Zero Tolerance policy and practice of refusing to tolerate or allow behavior defined by Tenneco as unacceptable in terms of safety (e.g. "unsafe behavior" meaning behavior that could lead to occupational injury or illness to a plant employee, contractor or visitor). Accountable for complying with EHS Cardinal Rules and Regulations. Must understand what hazards are associated with his/her position and how to minimize them. All accidents/injuries no matter how slight must be reported to any member of management, and/or EHS Manager as soon as possible. Will be required to wear required personal protective equipment. Accountable for abiding by the El Paso's EH&S policy endorsed by the local management, comply with the legal and other requirements and operational controls established under its EHSMS AUTHORITY to Stop and shutdown unsafe machine operation; unsafe behaviors; and unsafe conditions. This includes but not limited to any activity that does not conform to the EHS policy or may injure his/her direct reports or other Tenneco employees, visitors, contractors. Will work towards achieving established objectives, targets, and conform to procedures consistent with the ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. Other miscellaneous duties as business needs dictate or assigned by the corporate EHS officials. Adheres and is compliant with the policies and procedures for IATF16949/AS9100 and other quality standards. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Tenneco’s policies, procedures, and practices. Each employee has the authority to initiate action to prevent a violation of the Tenneco Code of Conduct Policy. EDUCATION: Align with Tenneco Values: Radical Candor Organizational Velocity Simplification Tenacious Execution Win BA in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred Minimum Requirements and Competencies required EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in cash application, accounts receivable, collections, credit, or general accounting preferred Experience working in ERP systems, preferably SAP Strong Excel, reporting, and data analysis skills Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of transactions accurately Ability to analyze discrepancies, identify root causes, and drive timely resolution Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively across functions in a fast-paced environment Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred