Associate Credit Representative

Ecolab Inc. • Eagan, MN

1d • $55,000 - $82,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking an Associate Credit Representative who will be responsible for managing an assigned portfolio of customer accounts. In this role, you will be accountable for all aspects of account management, including collection activities to reduce accounts receivable aging, improve days sales outstanding (DSO), and mitigate risk for the company. You will leverage strong communication, analytical, reconciliation, and collection skills to support company and department objectives while collaborating closely with internal and external partners.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 4 years of previous experience in credit, finance/accounting, or a related field
• No immigration sponsorship available for this position

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Analytical experience with an aptitude for research, analysis, and problem solving
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization
• SAP experience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company and department policies and procedures
• Achieve individual objectives related to aged receivables, DSO, account management, and service level agreements through effective time management
• Respond to incoming communications including emails, inbound calls from customers and field associates, and direct mail
• Initiate collection efforts for managed cross-divisional customers using established collection strategies via phone and email
• Research and resolve complex customer account issues including disputes, unapplied cash, reconciliations, and refunds
• Handle escalated issues from internal and external customers
• Partner effectively with the Sales team on critical business decisions related to account management, order release, collections, and account placement
• Use sound decision-making to determine when orders should be approved or held to protect corporate relationships
• Research disputes and invoice issues and support the dispute identification and resolution process
• Provide customers with aging statements and supporting documentation to maximize collections
• Collaborate with Credit Risk Management to minimize risk and support special handling for high-risk accounts
• Document customer-specific processes including payment processes, approval structures, account history, portal restrictions, and risk profiles

Benefits

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
• Opportunity for a hybrid work environment, balancing office days with working remotely while residing within a commutable distance of Eagan, MN

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED