Credit Associate

ASSA ABLOY•Monroe, NC

About The Position

The Credit Analyst is responsible for managing the accounts receivable portfolio assigned by the District Credit Manager, with a strong focus on minimizing risk and maximizing collections. This role includes decision-making authority in key areas such as credit underwriting, collections, project securitization, and initiating legal actions when necessary. The Credit Analyst works closely with internal stakeholders and external customers to assess creditworthiness, resolve outstanding balances, and ensure compliance with company policies. This position plays a critical role in supporting the financial health of the business and contributing to the overall success of the team and district operations. This position reports to the Director of Credit Collections, NA.

Requirements

2+ years in the credit & collection field, construction industry preferred
Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Mgmt. related field preferred
Timely collection and follow up within the assigned portfolio
Cross-functional capability
Understanding and participation in District metric success
Continued growth in understanding of concepts involving underwriting, analysis, collection practices, job securitization, and industry specific activity
Excellent & timely communication to maximize customer experience
Analytical financial skills
Excellent communication skills both oral and written
Organizational and Interpersonal skills
Ability to handle stress successfully, manage time and multi-task
Ability to work independently on assigned tasks
Computer software skills (Windows, Office, Excel)
Ability to work as a team

Responsibilities

Conduct credit investigations on existing and potential customers and projects
Perform underwriting analysis on GC’s/owners, sureties, and other pertinent parties for new jobs
Analyze and interpret information received from corporate financial statements, D&B, NACM and other credit services to establish unsecured and secured credit extension within assigned limits of authority
Prepare and submit necessary monthly reports to management regarding collection issues
Follow closely the course of aging accounts and determine action needed
Work closely with the Shared Services Dept to ensure timely responses and outstanding customer experience
Perform ad hoc reporting as requested by credit and finance leadership
Communicate regularly with all levels of District Management
Perform collection calls and account management within assigned portfolio
Field internal & external requests for credit assistance from various sources
Reconcile short payments, discrepancies, and perform account reconciliations where needed
Review of lien / bond filing dates to ensure collectability of AR portfolio
Follow up on disputes timely and work with Districts and salesman to resolve
Facilitate placement of accounts with collection agencies and escalated collection efforts as deemed appropriate
Participate in training & education opportunities for next level roles and responsibilities