Associate Credit & Collections Analyst
About The Position
Under general direction, perform credit and/or collections responsibilities while adhering to established company policies and procedures. Analyze customer credit worthiness, compile credit data, interpret information, and determine extension of credit. Utilize sound credit policies and practices that minimize risk while contributing to the profit of the company. Contact key customers to collect past due receivable balances. This will include negotiation of payment arrangements, resolution of customer disputes, and working with internal teams to accomplish KPl's. Work with internal teams as necessary to resolve customer concerns causing delays in payments. Work with the credit and collections management team on proper escalation of customers with payment issues.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field - or- NACM Certification of Credit Business Associate (CSA) or higher (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- 0-2 years' experience within credit and collections field
- Experience with software applications (SAP, Microsoft, ) preferred
- Certification and/or License - NACM Certification of Credit Business Associate (CSA) preferred
- Credit analysis skills
- Basic negotiation skills
- Knowledge of collection laws
- Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
- Able to make choices quickly and confidently
- Able to identify problems and coordinate with manager to formulate a plan for resolution
- Able to work with accuracy and detail oriented
- Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
Nice To Haves
- Experience with software applications (SAP, Microsoft, ) preferred
- NACM Certification of Credit Business Associate (CSA) preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct collection calls for accounts receivable
- Control credit exposure by account monitoring and order release
- Communicate and negotiate with customer to resolve discrepancies and/or issues with their account
- Coordinate and manage the collection and dissemination of verbal and written credit data between the customer, sales, and management
- Investigate new and existing accounts by obtaining and processing bank and trade references
- Analyze credit information to recommend credit lines up to $25,000
- Initiate new account setup and verify legal entity name, A/P information, terms, etc.
- Provide customer service and develop relationships with internal/external customers
- Facilitate order to cash cycle by interacting with order entry, sales, logistics, plant personnel, legal and cash application
- Attend credit conferences to expand credit knowledge and exchange information
- Maintain credit files and collection notes
- Keep credit manager apprised of all matters that need attention
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
