Assistant Credit Manager

Merchants Foodservice • La Crosse, WI

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About The Position

The Assistant Credit Manager is responsible for supporting the divisional credit managers and corporate credit underwriting to ensure efficient collection of outstanding accounts receivable. This role involves assessing credit risks, managing customer accounts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and state regulations. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to maintain financial integrity and support the company's credit operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of current credit-related credit and collection experience.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office Suites.

Responsibilities

• Assist divisional credit managers and corporate credit underwriting in collection of accounts receivable.
• Review routine collection matters and evaluate customers on credit hold.
• Document account activity on the Collection Note System.
• Identify accounts receivable risks and take necessary mitigation steps.
• Ensure timely and efficient collection in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor short pays, skipped invoices, and credits issued to address them promptly.
• Maintain awareness of regulations affecting credit practices and collection activity.
• Gather and document due diligence information for credit requests.
• Coordinate credit approvals with Corporate Underwriting, Regional Credit Manager, and Divisional Sales Force.
• Work with the Cash Application Department for accurate posting of cash and balancing.
• Prepare recurring and special reports for the Regional Credit Manager.
• Prepare the monthly credit deck and assist with Bad Debt Reserve Budget.
• Present Lunch and Learn sessions.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree