Credit Controller (1 year contract)

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.

The Position

Job Summary

Job Purpose

The Credit Controller ensures proper risk management of customers. Therefore, the Credit Controller is required to accelerate collections from customers and limit defaults. As the main point of contact for specific markets, the Credit Controller provides insights, presents reports and maintains a good relationship with internal (Customer services, Sales VPs, BA controllers…) and external customers (Clients).

Responsibilities

Provide reports and insights to internal customers regarding the activity and results of credit management department
Analyze the financial health of our customers and validate the creation of accounts as well as changes in payment terms
Manage credit insurance and credit approval requests
Establish credit limits on customer accounts and ensure fast resolution of credit blocks
Negotiating payment plans & respond on clients complex inquires
Animate SSC AR team on the follow-up strategy and ensure that cash application is done correctly and on time
Ensure the proper collection of our customers and take care of the follow-up of difficult cases
Support salespeople on cash culture and regular communication of payment situations to salespeople and management
Report KPIS on a regular basis and work on action plan to improve debt reporting
Working with Finance team on bad debt provision process following company's bad debt provision policy
Participate in focal groups, supporting and ensuring harmonization ideas and automation processes
Be responsible for management and follow-up of customers involved

Experience & Qualifications

Finance/Accounting/Business Degree
Master should be considered as a plus
5-10 years of relevant experience in field (AR, Cash collection, Credit Management)
Experience with SAP
Fluent in English
French and German would be a plus
Excellent presentation, analytical skills
Shared Services Background / Multinational Company is advantageous
Self-Motivation & Resilience
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Willingness to join/lead new projects

Position Type

Full time

and

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

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