Accounts Receivable Representative (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Accounts Receivable team, composed of 3 people, is integrated in the Finance department and focuses on Credit Management in collaboration with different stakeholders.
• As an Accounts Receivable Representative, you will work on cash allocation, customer issues, and documentation to support Credit Management activities. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the team’s objectives and have a positive impact on integration, sharing knowledge, and creating a good environment and service.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Producing full Accounts Receivable services under the scope, from cash allocation to management of doubtful customers, on a timely basis, according to defined procedures, respecting quality and compliance;
  • Answering requests from customers or internal stakeholders;
  • Detecting, documenting and following customer issues preventing cash allocation on time;
  • Coordinating resolution through direct contact with Credit Management, Sales and Customer Service teams, making proposals to address root causes;
  • Managing unmatched payments, and residual amounts to ensure customer account reconciliation
  • Participating in process improvement projects and initiatives.
• We offer a 9 months fixed-term (renewable) contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Accounting, Economics or Finance.
• Relevant work experience in Credit or Collections would be a plus.
• Competencies:
  • Fluency in English (other languages are a plus)
  • High communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Computer Skill: Google applications (Google sheets), Microsoft Excel, SAP are a plus
• Behaviors:
  • Accountable and flexible
  • Service and result orientated
  • Ability to be hardworking and to think “outside the box”
  • Adaptability
  • Perseverance and motivation

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Portugal base pay reasonably expected for this role is 1400EUR to 1500EUR (Monthly Gross values), your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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