Lead Accounting Specialist - Credit Team
About The Position
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is hiring a Lead Accounting Specialist for its Finance team in Pullman, Washington. The role focuses on customer credit analysis and management. The position is 100% on-site. The specialist reviews customer credit applications, financial statements, and trade references using reporting tools; establishes, reviews, and adjusts customer credit limits based on financial strength, payment history, projected sales, and risk; works with internal stakeholders to resolve payment disputes and reduce collection delays; identifies and researches complex or non-routine situations and recommends solutions to a supervisor as appropriate; and compiles and analyzes reports for internal and external users.
Requirements
- One-year certificate in accounting or a related field.
- Five or more years of experience in accounts receivable, credit management, treasury, banking, or general accounting.
- Strong skills in computerized accounting systems, Excel, Word, and a 10-key calculator.
- Exceptional organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Accounting or a related field.
- Experience in an accounting department in a manufacturing or technical sales environment.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze customer credit applications, financial statements, and trade references using various reporting tools.
- Establish, review, and adjust customer credit limits based on financial strength, payment history, projected sales, and overall risk profile.
- Work with internal stakeholders to resolve payment disputes and minimize collection delays.
- Identify and research complex or non-routine situations and recommend solutions to a supervisor as appropriate.
- Compile and analyze reports for internal and external users.
Benefits
- Employer-funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 10 paid holidays.
- Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
- 9 paid sick days.
- Paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
- Growth and development opportunities, including STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
