Credit & Collections Analyst - Chicago, IL

Genuine Cable Group•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

GCG (Genuine Cable Group) is seeking a Credit and Collections Analyst to join their Finance team. This role involves managing a portfolio of customer accounts in Accounts Receivable to assign credit parameters, collect amounts due, and expedite dispute resolution. The analyst will also negotiate workout/settlement agreements in collaboration with the Sr Credit Manager. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring up to 3 days a week in the Chicago, IL office after training. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:00 am CST to 4:00 pm CST.

Requirements

Relevant experience working in credit and/or accounts receivable in small and large industrial commercial business
Ability to multitask in a fast past environment
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound independent judgment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate satisfactory business resolutions
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and a variety of accounting systems

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field
Oracle experience

Responsibilities

Contact customers via phone, fax, and/or email regarding payment of balances owed to the company
Work with branches and sales teams to expedite dispute resolution
Review aging data to determine accounts needing follow-up collection activity
Review questionable accounts for changes in their credit worthiness
Send past due notices by fax, mail, or email
Establish credit limits for new accounts based on historical credit information
Process Sales Tax Exemption Certificates