Accounts Receivable Administrator

French Speaking Accounts Receivable Administrator

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Location: Fareham

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Role: 6-8 month FTC

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Salary: 30k

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Type: Full-time, Permanent

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The Opportunity

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Our client is looking for an experienced French SpeakingAccounts Receivable Administrator to join their Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with experience in accounts receivable, sales ledger, or credit control to join a fast-paced and growing international business.

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Please note: Fluent French language skills are a non-negotiable requirement for this position. Candidates must be able to communicate confidently in both written and spoken French on a daily basis. Native or near-native French speakers are highly preferred.

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The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, chasing outstanding debt, allocating cash, resolving customer queries, and building strong relationships with French-speaking customers and internal stakeholders.

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Key Responsibilities

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· Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring prompt collection of outstanding balances.

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· Communicate regularly with French-speaking customers by telephone and email regarding payments, account queries, and overdue invoices.

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· Post and allocate incoming customer payments accurately within the ERP system.

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· Investigate and resolve account discrepancies and payment issues.

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· Generate customer statements and debt collection correspondence.

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· Review held orders and support credit and release decisions.

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· Perform customer credit assessments and monitor payment behaviour.

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· Process credit notes, debit notes, and customer account amendments.

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· Support month-end close activities, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.

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· Assist with audit requests and ensure compliance with internal controls and finance policies.

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· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the Accounts Receivable function.

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About You

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We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

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· Fluent French language skills (written and spoken) - essential.

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• Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, Sales Ledger, or Finance Administration role.
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• Experience working within a high-volume transactional environment.
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• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
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• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
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• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
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• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
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• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
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Desirable Experience

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• Experience using Oracle or a similar ERP system.
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• Knowledge of SOX controls and financial compliance processes.
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• AAT qualification or study towards a professional accounting qualification.
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• Additional European language skills.
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What's on Offer?

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• The opportunity to join a well-established international organisation.
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• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
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• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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• Exposure to a broad range of finance activities across multiple markets.
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• Opportunities to contribute to finance transformation and process improvement projects.
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If you're looking to take the next step in your finance career and have experience within Accounts Receivable or Credit Control, we'd love to hear from you.

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