Accounts Receivable Trainee – French Speaker
Essity is a global, leading hygiene and health company. Every day, our products, solutions and services are used by a billion people around the world. Our purpose is to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, caregivers, customers and society. Sales are conducted in approximately 150 countries under the leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. More information at essity.com.
It’s an exciting time to be part of our collaborative inclusive team. Come and join our Accounts Receivable team on our journey to improve the well-being of millions. Together we can make a difference!
About the role:
This trainee will be supporting the Accounts Receivable team operating in the markets of France and Belgium.
In this role, you will support the management of customer requests and operational workflows within the C4 ticketing tool, contributing to ticket triage, backlog reduction, and data validation. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth processes, improving efficiency, and supporting daily AR operations related to invoices, statements of account, and customer master data.
We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk.
What you will do:
Analyze, classify and assign incoming tickets within the C4 system.
Identify and manage duplicate requests, ensuring accurate consolidation of information.
Support customer requests for invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
Coordinate updates related to bank details and customer master data (via ServEss).
Prepare and send Statements of Account (SOA) to customers.
Support backlog reduction and improve ticket flow efficiency.
Collaborate closely with AR analysts and team members to ensure service quality and timely resolution.
Who you are:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or similar.
Knowledge in SAP and/or excel is a plus.
Detail-oriented and reliable professional with strong prioritization skills, excellent communication, a proactive self-learning mindset, and the ability to think quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Fluent in French (Mandatory)
Fluent in English - All Applicants are requested to deliver their CV in English language.
What we can offer you:
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-being, provides meaning to everything we do. Working at Essity means a chance to improve well-being for people and opportunities to drive positive change for the society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to a team where you feel valued, are safe, supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a friendly and open atmosphere.
Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us
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Application End Date:15 jul. 2026Job Requisition ID:Essity262807Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or similar
- Fluent in French
- Fluent in English (CV must be in English)
- Knowledge of SAP and/or Excel
- Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and communication skills
- Proactive self-learning mindset and ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Essity - a globally leading hygiene and health company, breaking barriers to well-being. Our expertise in hygiene and health began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day. Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. Our barrier breakers innovate for good and contribute to shaping a sustainable future. At Essity, every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. At Essity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, is to enable customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life. Our leading global brands include TENA, Tork, Actimove, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic, Vinda and Zewa. Essity has about 36,000 employees. Net sales in 2022 amounted to approximately SEK 156bn (EUR 15bn). The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden, and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity
