About this role
As we continue to evolve our client portfolio and expand, MET Energia Italia is now looking for a talented Credit Specialist, who will be contributing to the growth of the company in the Italian market.
Within your first weeks you will receive a full training on the job so you have to be an eager learner in order to build your competencies that will render you independent. But we do not bring people aboard just to replicate what we already do, so at the same time you will have to identify potential areas of optimization and present your suggestions in a structured manner to the Credit Manager.
Step by step you will take on several activities that are part of the main duties in an accounting role, bringing your invaluable contribution to our daily operations:
Manage the end-to-end collection process, ensuring timely recovery of outstanding receivables and achievement of collection targetsMonitor customer accounts and aging reports, prioritize collection activities, and drive action plans to reduce overdue balances and improve DSOProactively follow up on overdue balances through phone calls, emails, written communications, and negotiations of payment plans or settlement agreements when requiredResolve billing disputes and delinquency issues, ensuring a high level of customer service while maximizing debt recoveryInterface with the Sales team to support credit decisions and ensure timely credit reviews for new and existing customersEnsure compliance with approved KYC and Credit PoliciesPrepare accurate credit and collection reports, monitor portfolio performance, and provide management reportingManage relationships with credit insurance providers, credit reporting agencies, and external collection agenciesDevelop, review, and update company credit policies and procedures, while supporting CRM development and process improvementsBe active and ready to take on new challenges in other areas of MET based on your career growth objectives.
3-5 years of professional experience in similar roles; background in the energy sector is preferred but not mandatoryProven experience in managing customer portfolios and overdue debt recoveryKnowledge of credit insurance, KYC requirements, and credit management best practicesStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and credit dataStrong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities simultaneouslyHands-on approach and able to simultaneously control multiple tasksFlexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing situations and prioritiesBachelor’s in Economics, Accounting or similar (Master degree is a plus);Fluent in ItalianGood knowledge of EnglishGood use of MS Office, with advanced skills in Excel and Outlook. WHAT WE OFFER
Permanent employment contractThe position is aligned with Level 3 of the CCNL Commercio. Final remuneration will be determined based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including experience, skills, and qualifications.The opportunity to make a tangible impact on company performance and growthA dynamic, innovative, and fast-growing environment that values new ideas and encourages individual contributionAn open and informal culture, with a high level of trust and autonomyExposure to an international environment, with opportunities to collaborate and share knowledge with colleagues across MET Group, particularly the Swiss headquarters.