# Collections Specialist (Italian Speaker)

**Company:** IMERYS
**Location:** Athens, Greece
**Workplace:** hybrid

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## Description

# Collections Specialist (Italian Speaker)

## The Company

## Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with 3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. 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.

## Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

## The Position

Collections Specialist (Italian Speaker)

## Job Summary

In 2019, we established our first Shared Service Center (SSC) in Greece, with the goal of streamlining and optimizing financial operations for our entities across Europe. Today, the SSC plays a key role in our financial operations and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to quality, employee support, and a positive work environment.

As part of our ongoing growth, Imerys is redesigning its Credit Management structure, focusing on harmonizing and standardizing processes, while adapting credit policies across Europe. We are committed to enhancing our cash flow strategies, analyzing payment patterns, and identifying risks through data-driven insights. As part of this transformation, we are establishing a dedicated Collections team to further strengthen our collections process and contribute to the success of our finance team.

We are actively looking for Italian-speaking professionals to join our international collection team and support our entities across the Italianophone region.

What We Offer

-   Competitive compensation package
    
-   Hybrid work model
    
-   A dynamic, multicultural team with opportunities for personal and professional growth
    
-   Access to continuous learning and development programs
    
-   Health insurance and other benefits tailored to your needs
    
-   Recognition as part of a Great Place to Work company culture
    
-   The chance to work in a global environment, collaborating with colleagues from across Europe and beyond
    

  

Your Responsibilities

-   Assist in the collection of outstanding debts through effective communication via phone and email
    
-   Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and account statuses in our CRM system
    
-   Send Statement of Accounts and dunning letters
    
-   Collaborate with internal departments to resolve issues impacting collections (payment behavior, billing issues, credit notes, ...)
    
-   Identify and escalate complex account issues to appropriate team members
    
-   Prepare and present reports on collections activities and account statuses to management
    
-   Support the overall goals of the finance team and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
    

  

Qualifications

-   Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is a plus
    
-   0-2 years of relevant experience in Accounting, Collections, Credit, or related financial services roles
    
-   Fluency in English and Italian (additional languages are a plus)
    
-   Experience with ERPs (SAP experience is a plus)
    
-   Competent knowledge in Microsoft Office and/or Google Sheets
    
-   Ability to adapt to changing situations and willingness to learn
    
-   Strong time management and organizational skills
    
-   Excellent communication skills with a focus on customer relations
    
-   A proactive, solution-oriented approach to tasks
    

  
Why Join Imerys?

At Imerys, we believe in fostering a work environment where employees can thrive. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources needed to succeed and grow in their careers.

## Location(s)

Athens, Greece

## Job Function

Finance

## Job Sub-Function

Accounting &Reporting

## Imerys Business Organization:

Business Support