Accounts Receivable Associate Accountant

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with 3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

In 2019, Imerys established its first Shared Service Center (SSC) in Greece to streamline financial operations and support the accounting functions of its entities across Europe.

Today, the SSC is a key pillar of Imerys' financial operations in the region and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to quality, employee support, and a positive work environment.

We are now looking for an Accounts Receivable Associate Accountant to join our team! If you are ready to take the next step in your career, check the below position and apply!

Job Purpose

Accounts Receivable is primarily focused on executing cash applications activities efficiently and effectively in compliance with company policies and procedures, performing I/C recharges with accuracy and posting requested journal entries, respecting the JWF process.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Apply incoming cash to outstanding invoices

• Generate financial reports related to accounts receivable, including aging reports, cash collections, and bad debt analysis

• Ensures that all queries are logged including unidentified payments, short payments, over payments and inadequate invoice data

• Reconcile our accounts receivable with customer's accounts in order to minimize/avoid disputed invoices with customer's accounts

• Evaluate and review accounts receivable balances through Statement of Accounts Mass Sending, including accounts analysis and review of cash deductions

• Make recommendations for process improvement

• Provides feedback to ensure that processes meet business requirements in an automated and as user-friendly manner as possible

• Maintain customer master data

• Develop specialist skills with respect to strategic customers

Qualifications &Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business

• 3-5 years of relevant experience

• Experience with SAP

• Fluent in English, French and German would be a plus

• Shared Services Background / Multinational Company is advantageous

Skills &Person Specification

• Accuracy and detail orientation

• Good communication skills

• Self-motivation and resilience

• Hands-on attitude and Problem Solving

• Customer Service Orientation

• Collaboration with other team members

• Follow all company policies and procedures

• Very Good Excel Skills

• IT Savviness, i.e. willingness to learn and/or experience with new systems &tools

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