Accounts Receivable Credit Analyst (French Speaker)

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coatings company seeks an Accounts Receivable Specialist who can work remotely from anywhere in the UK. The successful candidate, a native French speaker, will manage accounts, drive sales, minimize risks, and ensure smooth payment processes. The role requires a detail-oriented and proactive individual with a minimum of 2 years in Credit Control or Accounting and GCSE Maths and English. Join a collaborative team focused on professional growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Credit Control or Accounting required.
• 3 years of work experience for every one year of college education required.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts effectively across international operations.
• Proactively chase overdue payments using phone/email.
• Monitor aged debt and enforce payment terms.
• Accurately apply payments and resolve discrepancies.
• Assess credit risk and set credit limits.

Skills

Native French speaker

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Negotiation skills

Customer service

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A–C level preferred)

CICM, AAT student, part-qualified accountant

Job description

Join our team as an Accounts Receivable Specialist! This remote role can be based anywhere in the UK and requires a native French speaker to manage accounts effectively across our international operations. You’ll be responsible for driving profitable sales while minimizing risk, ensuring smooth payment processes, and maintaining strong account management.

At our company, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team that values professional growth and innovation. If you’re detail-oriented, proactive, love working in a fast paced environment and passionate about delivering accurate and timely financial services, we’d love to hear from you!

Cash Collection – Native French Speaker

• Build strong relationships with sales teams and customers to optimize collections and ensure repeat business.
• Proactively chase overdue payments via phone/email, using tact and negotiation skills.
• Monitor aged debt, enforce payment terms, and provide accurate collection reports.
• Handle order release and resolve queries promptly to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Maintain detailed records of collection activities, commitments, and disputes.
• Support month-end reporting and liaise with Finance and Sales teams.
• Update customer master data and process adjustments (discounts, refunds, write-offs).
• Set credit terms and limits for new/existing customers, considering risk and export documentation.
• Perform ad hoc duties as required.

Cash Allocation

• Accurately apply payments and resolve discrepancies with stakeholders.
• Identify and code deductions/overpayments; maintain records.
• Ensure daily cash allocation across multiple currencies.
• Assist with POS corrections and chargeback logs.
• Support credit term setup and ledger maintenance.
• Perform ad hoc duties as required.

Credit Review / Audit Management

• Assess credit risk using reports and financial statements; set credit limits.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, company policies, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with internal/external auditors during reviews.
• Perform ad hoc duties as required.

Formal Education

• Required: GCSE Maths and English (A–C level preferred)
• Preferred: CICM, AAT student, part-qualified accountant, or other relevant professional qualification (The candidate must have three years of work experience for every one year of college education required)

Knowledge & Experience

• Required: Minimum 2 years in Credit Control or Accounting
• Preferred: 2 years in Customer Service background

Internal Vacancy Announcement

This vacancy is advertised exclusively for internal candidates, with a closing date of Friday 16th January 2026

Interview dates

Proposed for week commencing 19th Jan. Successful candidates will be notified in advance, allowing time to prepare.

***Please be aware that you can apply for any internal job offer after minimum one year in current role having previously informed your manager.

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