Credit & AR Specialist

Sungrow USA Corporation•Tempe, AZ

12h•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Sungrow is a global leader in technology, research and development specializing in PV inverter system solution and energy storage equipment for residential, commercial, and utility-scale PV applications. Founded in 1997, with 20-year track record of growth and success, Sungrow is a customer-oriented and innovation-led organization focuses on R&D development and investing in its own in-house testing center approved by UL, CSA, TUV Rheinland and TUV SUD. Sungrow’s focus has spearheaded innovation in the PV industry and kept Sungrow’s broad product lineup as the preeminent choice in the ever-evolving solar industry. With over 39 Gigawatts deployed globally, Sungrow is the world’s leading PV inverter manufacturer, with 16 subsidiaries worldwide. Sungrow offers a wide range of solutions and services and is committed to motivating people and businesses to adopt “Green and Effective” electricity and spread its efforts to making the Earth greener and cleaner through carbon dioxide reduction. This longstanding devotion and commitment to this mission and strong service to its customers has enabled Sungrow to remain at the forefront of the growing renewable energy industry. For more information about Sungrow, please visit http://en.sungrowpower.com/SUNGROW/. We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Credit and Collections Specialist to join our finance team on a contract basis. This role will focus on managing accounts receivable, mitigating risk, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding payments. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field preferred. Relevant experience in lieu of Degree will be considered.
3+ years of experience in credit and accounts receivable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and experience with ERP systems (SAP ECC or S4 Hana) is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong negotiation, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with project-based accounting and reconciliation, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), milestone-based customer invoicing etc., a plus
Exposure to AR and Cash application within Order-to-Cash cycle a plus
NACM certifications shall be ideal
Knowledge of construction liens in a multi-state environment shall be a plus
Multi state Sales tax experience will be an advantage
Prior experience with Airtable a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances.
Contact customers to follow up on overdue payments and resolve payment discrepancies.
Prepare AR aging reports and maintain accurate records of receivable activities.
Collaborate with internal departments, such as sales and customer service, to resolve billing and payment issues.
Assist in resolving disputes related to invoices, credits, and returns.
Escalate collection issues to management or legal teams as necessary.
Provide regular updates to management regarding account statuses and potential payment risks.
Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations in receivable processes.