Accounts Receivable - Analyst - French Speaker

Accounts Receivable - Analyst - French Speaker

Full-Time 31500 - 38500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage credit risk and improve financial performance for customer accounts.
  • Company: Join SC Johnson, a family company with over 130 years of innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, study support, and 33 days annual leave.
  • Other info: Work from home one day a week and enjoy a revamped onsite gym.
  • Why this job: Kick-start your finance career in a vibrant, multicultural environment.
  • Qualifications: Fluent in French and English, with experience in customer-facing roles.

The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.

AR Collections & Resolutions - Analyst - French Speaker Location - Frimley, UK Function – Shared Service Centre – PRO AR/Credit + Collections

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member.

About the role: Step into a vibrant, multicultural hub at our UK-based EMEA Shared Service Centre, where over 230 talented professionals collaborate across Finance, Credit & Collections, and Supply Chain. Supporting 20+ countries and speaking 35+ languages, our team thrives on diversity, innovation, and teamwork. Located at our dynamic Frimley site, the SSC is one of five SCJ businesses on campus—offering a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that blends global reach with local energy. Whether you're passionate about numbers, processes, or people, this is a place where your skills and ideas can truly make an impact.

Are you fluent in French and ready to kick-start or grow your career in finance? We're looking for a motivated individual to join our Credit & Collections team, supporting the UK and French markets. In this exciting role, you'll play a key part in improving financial performance through proactive credit control/collections, claims validation, and customer relationship management. This position is not available for international relocation. This position is eligible to work from home one day a week.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage the credit risk for a portfolio of customer accounts on behalf of EMEA region.
  • Make credit decisions within the DOA framework.
  • Work independently as well as collaboratively cross functionally.
  • Proactively chase Receivable items & process incoming claims.
  • Take ownership of customer's credit and ledger issues and escalate as necessary.
  • Understand and adhere to internal and external controls.
  • Identify opportunities through Lean mindset to maximise efficiency.
  • Develop, maintain and improve relationships with internal and external customers to ensure timely cash receipt, allocation and query resolution.
  • Manage customer rebates ensuring invoices are validated with the Finance Team and processed in a timely manner.
  • Conduct thorough investigation of price and logistics claims.
  • Minimise the risk of bad and doubtful debts through credit management best practices.

Previous experience / knowledge required:

  • Fluent in English and French both written and verbal.
  • Experience in a customer facing role ideally with good experience in an accounting environment or accounts receivable role.
  • Previous experience in Business to Business claims within a shared service centre.
  • Strong Excel skills with good analytical and numerical skills.

Competencies, behaviours and aptitudes required:

  • Good attention to detail and process improvement orientated (Lean mindset).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt to working in a fast paced, changing environment.
  • Strong team player with strong proactivity and personal ownership.

What we can offer:

  • Competitive pay & Profit Share, flexible start times and 4.5 day working week.
  • Study support in a relatable field.
  • Flexible starting and finishing times.
  • 33 days annual leave including public holidays due to supporting European countries.
  • Free Parking, Shuttle bus from local train stations, EV Charging, Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Revamped onsite Gym with free classes + NEW Spin Studio.

This position is not available for relocation and candidate must be eligible to work in the country of application.

If you feel you have what it takes, then please click 'apply' now!

Accounts Receivable - Analyst - French Speaker employer: SC Johnson Ltd

At SC Johnson, we pride ourselves on being a fifth-generation family company that values the spirit of our people. Located in Frimley, UK, our vibrant EMEA Shared Service Centre fosters a collaborative and multicultural environment where over 230 professionals work together across various functions. We offer competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, making it an excellent place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.

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Contact Details:

SC Johnson Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Receivable - Analyst - French Speaker

Fluency in French
Fluency in English
Credit Control
Claims Validation
Customer Relationship Management
Credit Risk Management
Analytical Skills