A/R Analyst

SUMMARY:

This position will report to the Credit Manager. The individual will be crossed trained in several areas. Their responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, collections, cash application, credit review for existing customers, and process of new credit applications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collections – 50%

Contact customers with a persistent and professional approach

Responsible for collection activity for several plants and provide additional assistance where needed

Manage administrative issues with customers to obtain resolution in a timely manner

Limit bad debt reserve

Work closely with sales and customer service groups

Escalate problem accounts to Senior Credit Manager

Cash Receipts – 40%

Apply cash in multiple ERP systems

Reconcile and balance cash on a daily basis

Generate / maintain spreadsheets to ensure accuracy of cash application

Resolve discrepancies and short payments with the customer and our plant

Reporting / Special Projects / Process Improvements – 10%

Assist in month end reporting

Research and provide supporting documentation during audits

Participate in review of payment terms and credit limits and recommend revisions where necessary

Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Required

• Associate degree, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in collections, commercial collections preferred

• Excel and data analysis expertise

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, and strong interpersonal skills

• Working knowledge of MS Word, and Outlook, and the ability to multi-task with moderate supervision

Preferred

• Ability to work in multiple ERP systems and knowledge of IQMS

• Bilingual (Spanish)