Job Description

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Support credit risk evaluation and credit limit reviews to balance growth and financial risk

• Take ownership of aging portfolios, reducing DSO and overdue exposure through proactive follow-up
• Ensure timely and correct cash application through bank, cash, and invoice matching
• Actively monitor and resolve open items, overdue balances, advances, and unapplied cash
• Investigate reconciliation gaps, perform root cause analysis, and drive cross-functional resolutions
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely posting of AR transactions in line with internal controls and policies

• Prepare accurate customer AR statements and lead regular pre-reconciliation activities

• Maintain high-quality AR records, ensuring compliance with global standards and local statutory requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within O2C and AR workflows

Skills & Requirments:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Preferably minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Accounts Receivable, Order-to-Cash, or similar finance roles, ideally within a multinational and matrix organization
• Practical knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP FI / AR – O2C modules, with experience in transaction processing, reconciliation, and reporting
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and familiarity with reporting and dashboarding tools
• Strong understanding of end-to-end accounting and finance processes, including invoicing, collections, cash application, and dispute management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in financial data handling
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage internal and external stakeholders, including customers and business units
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and ensure timely follow-up in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach, capable of identifying process gaps and driving efficiency enhancements
• Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for delivering high-quality outcomes
• Strong customer-focused mindset, ensuring excellent service levels while balancing business and financial objectives
• Fluency in written and spoken English (part of the interview will be conducted in English)

What we offer:

• Working in an agile, flexible, digital, and social culture
• Flexible working hours
• Working 40 hours a week
• Hybrid working
• Birthday day off
• Fruit Day: every Wednesday
• Happy hours
• Yearly bonus
• Transportation
• Life insurance
• Meal Allowance (Cash/monthly)
• Employee Assistance Program

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We have zero tolerance for inequality and are deeply committed to fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) at every level of our organization. As HR and business partners, we actively drive and support initiatives that build a more inclusive and equitable workplace for all.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !