Collections Associate - Italian Speaker

Convatec; Almada; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Convatec is seeking a Collections Associate who will support the Order to Cash process for Italian-speaking markets from Caparica, Portugal. The role emphasizes minimizing aged receivables, maintaining strong internal and external relationships, and ensuring adherence to credit policies.

You will work in a multinational environment, fluently using English and Portuguese, with SAP or similar systems and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years experience in Collections, Accounts Receivable, financial analysis, credit, or related areas within the Order to Cash / Invoice to Cash process.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese is mandatory.
• Knowledge of SAP or other accounting systems is valued.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, graphs, formulas, macros). Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to enable Order to Cash teams to excel in day-to-day activities and monthly objectives.
• Act as a point of escalation for problem-solving and support the Team Lead.
• Reduce outstanding receivable balances and contribute to the cash flow target of the group.
• Follow the Company's Credit Policy and defined collection strategy; coordinate with Credit Management.

Skills

Collections

Accounts Receivable

Financial Analysis

Excel

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Management/Economics

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

About Convatec Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch:

Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. With more than 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in around 90 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec's revenues in 2024 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more please visit http://www.Convatecgroup.Com Maintain a high level of customer experience and contribute to the Cash Flow target of our Group. Reduce receivables in the open balances and improve the payment behaviour of our customers. Key Responsibilities:

Provide analytical support to enable Order to Cash teams to excel in their day-to-day activities and monthly objectives, and to perform business analysis for the group's senior management. Act as a point of escalation for problem-solving and supports the Team Lead. Proactively analyze root causes and provide solutions for issues that impact the ageing results. Set up improvement plans and formulate best practices together with the OTC management team.

Reduce outstanding receivable balances in the payment cycle. Actively contribute to the cashflow target of the Group. Contact our external customers and follow up on all accounts receivable. Aging analysis and forecasting of effective charges to minimize risks. Follow the Company's Credit Policy and the defined collection strategy. Direct contact with Credit Management to handle blocked orders. Conciliation of accounts in coordination with Accounts Receivable and Credit Management. Follow up with the Customer Service regarding customer complaints and disputes. Participate in monthly review calls/meetings with markets. Create a good relationship with internal and external customers. Promote and develop open and direct communication. Act in accordance with internal controls, following procedures. Update ConvaTec work instructions and SOPs on a regular basis. Participate in projects within the team.

Skills & Experience:

E xperience in Collections, Accounts Receivable, financial analysis, credit, or related areas within the Order to Cash / Invoice to Cash process, preferably 2 to 3 years;
Working knowledgeof a wider range of markets. Especially Brazilian markets. Effectively communicates in business English in all situations. Fluency in Portuguese is also mandatory. Experience in multinational environments and multidisciplinary teams will be highly valued. K nowledge of SAP or other accounting systems will also be highly valued. Advanced knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, graphs, formulas, macros etc.). Power BI is a plus. Demonstrates a strong ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset. Highly adaptable, resilient, and effective under pressure, supporting team and stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications/Education :

Preferable Bachelor's or a university degree (preferably in Finance, Business, Management, Economics) Our ambitions will bring the very best out in you. You'll be pushed to aim higher and really own your work. You'll be encouraged and supported to make things happen, too. It can be challenging. But, as the progress you make will help improve the lives of millions, it'll be worth it. This is stepping up to a challenge.

This is work that'll move you. #LI-MF1 #LI-Hybrid Equal opportunities Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

Collections Associate - Italian Speaker Caparica, Portuguese Republic, PT