Credit and Collections Analyst

Wildeck, Inc•Waukesha, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Credit and Collections Analyst is responsible for administering credit and collections programs which includes investigation of credit risk in customers and suppliers. Designs and implements processes to improve cash flow and reduce receivables.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field , or a combination of equivalent education, experience and training.
Minimum five years of credit and collections experience within a manufacturing/distribution environment.
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to enable building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers, and presenting information to diverse audiences.
Analytical, self-starter, with the ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret data.
Continuous improvement mindset and the ability to implement process improvements, drive best practices, and manage through change.
Physical Requirements include twisting, turning, grasping, reaching, kneeling, crawling, pulling, extended periods of standing, ability to lift 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Experience with Epicor or other ERP strongly preferred.
Minimum of 15 years of credit and collections experience within a manufacturing/distribution environment.
Minimum of 5 years of personnel management required.
Experience with Epicor ERP strongly preferred.
Strong communicator who understands the need to build trusting relationships with customers and co-workers, who is capable of presenting information to diverse audiences.
Analytical, self-starter, with the ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret data.
Passion and ability to implement processes and the drive to exceed performance expectations and manage change.
Physical Requirements include twisting, turning, grasping, reaching, kneeling, crawling, pulling, extended periods of standing, ability to lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Investigates and verifies the financial status and reputation of prospective customers and recommends acceptance or rejection of customer credit applications.
Establishes credit limitations on customer accounts in accordance with established company policy and terms.
Assists in the review of customers needing special terms by providing objective financial information for a sound business decision.
Plans and maintains a program for the systematic review of accounts receivable reports and the expedited collection of outstanding receivables.
Prepares documents to facilitate in the collection of accounts receivable such as lien waivers and promissory notes.
Submits delinquent accounts to corporate counsel or outside agency for collection including lien filing.