Accounts Receivable Accountant

Candia (Coopérative Sodiaal)

. Record customer payments (bank transfers, checks, bills of exchange, and direct debits).

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeLyon • FranceJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong knowledge of accounts receivable accounting and payment methods, with proficiency in Excel and SAP. Capable of managing high transaction volumes while ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

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Accounts Receivable AccountingPayment Methods KnowledgeExcel ProficiencySAP ProficiencyCustomer Account Reconciliation

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Hard Skills

Accounts Receivable AccountingPayment MethodsExcel (Pivot Tables, Lookups, Advanced Functions)SAPCustomer Account ReconciliationInvoice PreparationTransaction ProcessingPayment Discrepancy AnalysisAudit ParticipationBank Account Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical MindsetInterpersonal SkillsTeam Spirit

Certifications & Qualifications

BTS in Accounting and ManagementBUT in Business Administration and Management (GEA)

Industry Keywords

Shared Services CenterMulti-Entity EnvironmentCustomer ServicePayment DiscrepanciesHigh-Volume Transactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Record customer payments (bank transfers, checks, bills of exchange, and direct debits).
Manage bank deposits for checks and bills of exchange.
Verify the compliance and accuracy of payments received.
Ensure transactions are processed within defined deadlines and in line with service commitments.
Follow up with customers regarding overdue payments.
Perform customer account reconciliations (invoices, payments, and credit notes).
Analyze and substantiate customer accounts.
Identify, analyze, and record payment discrepancies.
Inform the Customer Service department of anomalies, disputes, or discrepancies requiring action.
Reconcile customer deductions with trade cooperation invoices.
Work with Accounts Payable and Customer Service teams to resolve discrepancies.
Prepare invoices for various services based on received billing instructions.
Verify the accuracy and completeness of billing information before issuance.
Follow up with customers on unpaid invoices related to these services.
Track cases through to resolution and escalate potential risks.
Participate in monthly and annual closing processes.
Prepare audit and account review files.
Reconcile and substantiate bank accounts.
Participate in internal and external audits.
Manage the accounting of customer accounts within the Shared Services Center, in a high-volume, multi-entity environment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of accounts receivable accounting.
Knowledge of payment methods and collection techniques.
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, and advanced functions) and SAP.
Ability to process a high volume of transactions accurately and reliably.
Ability to prioritize tasks according to deadlines.
Ability to analyze and resolve payment discrepancies.
Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to meet closing deadlines.
High level of rigor and strong organizational skills.
Responsiveness and ability to manage priorities.
Analytical mindset and strong attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong service orientation.
Autonomy, reliability, and team spirit.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
BTS in Accounting and Management, BUT in Business Administration and Management (GEA), or equivalent.
Experience: 2 to 5 years in a similar position.
Experience in a Shared Services Center or a multi-entity environment is a plus.
French is required for this position; English is a plus but not required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sodiaal is a disability-inclusive cooperative employer.