Accounts receivable/credit manager job description
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Example accounts receivable/credit manager requirements on a job description
Accounts receivable/credit manager requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in accounts receivable/credit manager job postings.
Sample accounts receivable/credit manager requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum of 5 years of Accounts Receivable/Credit experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
- Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Knowledge of ERP systems.
Sample required accounts receivable/credit manager soft skills
- Strong organizational and problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize them.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Customer service-oriented attitude.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
Accounts receivable/credit manager job description example 1
NRI accounts receivable/credit manager job description
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in credit and collections OR 7+ years of experience in credit and collections
- Minimum 3 years of experience with managing or supervising a team within accounts receivable or credit and collections
- Must have working experience with ERP and CRM systems
- Experience with Vendor compliance portals and chargeback disputes preferred
- Must have advanced MS Excel, Word and Outlook skills
- Must have physical ability to carry out essential job functions, including but not limited to, sitting for long periods of time, occasionally walking and standing, climbing ladders/stairs, and tolerating conditions such as dust, dirt, noise, odors, heat, cold, etc. when stepping into the warehouse
Things You Will be Doing
- Provide leadership to the accounts receivable and credit function and manage the day-to-day operation by managing the design and implementation of accounts receivable and credit policy and procedure within the organization
- Oversee processing of weekly, semi-monthly and monthly billing and A/R receipts and cash applications
- Collaborate/meet with Customer Service leadership to ensure compliance on billing SOP's/ tracking of invoice disputes (volume/root cause/ improvement)
- Identify account delinquencies, and develop a collections strategy and escalation plan, and standardize a process for identifying high risk accounts prior to default
- Negotiate with clients in cases of non-payment, utilize available recourse such as credit holds, structure payment plans to resolve
- Partner with legal and third-party agencies to pursue bad debt and make settlement recommendations
- Communicate with finance leadership, sales, operations and client experience team on problem accounts and help develop expedient resolutions; enlist their support for resolution of disputes
- Manage all AR related analyses, reporting and audit requests
- Performs other duties as requested
Perks
- Staff purchase program – wear the brands you love!
- Staff benefits plan – chose the benefits that are right for you!
- Flexible and fun work environment – work hard and play hard!
- Internal opportunities – we believe in growing our own!
NRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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Accounts receivable/credit manager job description example 2
Q accounts receivable/credit manager job description
Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ), Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), and San Francisco, USA (Energy Storage/Inverter & Software HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.
The Credit Manager is responsible for overseeing our company's lending process, from evaluating clients' creditworthiness to approving or rejecting loan requests. Credit Manager responsibilities include creating credit scoring models, setting payment terms. This position reports to the CFO or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position is located in Irvine, CA.
ResponsibilitiesResearch and evaluate clients' creditworthiness Create credit scoring models to predict risks Approve or reject Credit requests, based on credibility and potential revenues and losses by Sales TeamCalculate and set interest rates Monitor payments Maintain records of credit applications Follow up with clients to manage overdue Accounts ReceivableMonitoring Accounts Receivable aging report Develop, review and update our company's credit policies
Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting or another business-related field Minimum of 5 years of credit manager experience Solid understanding of lending procedures Previous experience working in a multinational company, preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present and explain complex information clearly Strong and self-motivated team player Proficient in Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook
Physical, Mental, & Physical Demands
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing: 20% of time
Sitting: 60% of time
Walking: 20% of time
Strength
Pulling: up to 10 Pounds
Pushing: up to 10 Pounds
Carrying: up to 10 Pounds
Lifting: up to 10 Pounds
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning: F
Twisting: F
Bending: O
Crouching: O
Balancing: N
Climbing: N
Crawling: N
Kneeling: N
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing: F
Handling: F
Reaching: F
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
The Credit Manager is responsible for overseeing our company's lending process, from evaluating clients' creditworthiness to approving or rejecting loan requests. Credit Manager responsibilities include creating credit scoring models, setting payment terms. This position reports to the CFO or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position is located in Irvine, CA.
ResponsibilitiesResearch and evaluate clients' creditworthiness Create credit scoring models to predict risks Approve or reject Credit requests, based on credibility and potential revenues and losses by Sales TeamCalculate and set interest rates Monitor payments Maintain records of credit applications Follow up with clients to manage overdue Accounts ReceivableMonitoring Accounts Receivable aging report Develop, review and update our company's credit policies
Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting or another business-related field Minimum of 5 years of credit manager experience Solid understanding of lending procedures Previous experience working in a multinational company, preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present and explain complex information clearly Strong and self-motivated team player Proficient in Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook
Physical, Mental, & Physical Demands
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing: 20% of time
Sitting: 60% of time
Walking: 20% of time
Strength
Pulling: up to 10 Pounds
Pushing: up to 10 Pounds
Carrying: up to 10 Pounds
Lifting: up to 10 Pounds
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning: F
Twisting: F
Bending: O
Crouching: O
Balancing: N
Climbing: N
Crawling: N
Kneeling: N
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing: F
Handling: F
Reaching: F
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Accounts receivable/credit manager job description example 3
Elkay Plastics accounts receivable/credit manager job description
**_The Company_**
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
+ **SUMMARY** Full management responsibility for collections, deduction management, credit card billing cash application, and credit memo processing; new customer onboarding process and processing customer adjustments; serves as initial point of escalation for collection resolution; credit line decisions for new and existing accounts; payment plan approval; third party account placement; create and analyze period end performance reporting and analysis. **RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Primary source for collection team member escalation, training/development, and support. Conduct monthly performance reviews and monitor collector performance against established goals.
+ Drive departmental efficiency gains via front-end process improvement. Specific areas include credit card processing and deduction management.
+ Ensures timely and accurate execution of critical customer touch points including credit memo processing, new customer approvals, and cash application. Identify, implement, and monitor department efficiency opportunities.
+ Monitor third party performance and advise the Director when performance levels fall below service level agreements. This includes Billtrust for invoicing and High Radius for cash application.
+ Independent authorization to approve credit limits. Decisions require analysis of financial statements, bank / trade references, credit agency reports, trade and industry group reports, customer history (payment and management), and market conditions. Prepare recommendations for Director review on lines exceeding $50K.
+ Partnering with Sales and related departments to effectively manage risk/revenue/profitability trade-offs.
+ Independently negotiating payment plans and credit limits with customers.
+ Generate monthly performance and month end close reporting and support the annual audit. **QUALIFICATIONS**
+ Bachelor's degree within Accounting or Finance required.
+ 3+ years' in credit and collections required. Minimum of 2-5 years of supervisor experience required.
+ CBA, CBF, CCE or CCRA designation preferred
+ Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt designation preferred.
+ ERP experience required- Oracle a plus
+ Financial statement analytics
+ Problem solving through collaboration and process excellence
+ Leadership - ability to inspire engagement and achievement from team and peers.
+ Effective negotiation skills
+ Translate effort into quantifiable results
+ Provide constructive feedback to drive engagement and improvement
+ Creativity to find multiple approaches to problem solving
+ Intermediate-advanced Excel skills
+ Actions consistently aligned with maximizing customer experience
**_Total Rewards and Benefits_**
+ Competitive Salary
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
+ Matching 401(k) Contribution
+ Health Savings Account
+ Educational Reimbursement
+ Matching Gift Program
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
+ **SUMMARY** Full management responsibility for collections, deduction management, credit card billing cash application, and credit memo processing; new customer onboarding process and processing customer adjustments; serves as initial point of escalation for collection resolution; credit line decisions for new and existing accounts; payment plan approval; third party account placement; create and analyze period end performance reporting and analysis. **RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Primary source for collection team member escalation, training/development, and support. Conduct monthly performance reviews and monitor collector performance against established goals.
+ Drive departmental efficiency gains via front-end process improvement. Specific areas include credit card processing and deduction management.
+ Ensures timely and accurate execution of critical customer touch points including credit memo processing, new customer approvals, and cash application. Identify, implement, and monitor department efficiency opportunities.
+ Monitor third party performance and advise the Director when performance levels fall below service level agreements. This includes Billtrust for invoicing and High Radius for cash application.
+ Independent authorization to approve credit limits. Decisions require analysis of financial statements, bank / trade references, credit agency reports, trade and industry group reports, customer history (payment and management), and market conditions. Prepare recommendations for Director review on lines exceeding $50K.
+ Partnering with Sales and related departments to effectively manage risk/revenue/profitability trade-offs.
+ Independently negotiating payment plans and credit limits with customers.
+ Generate monthly performance and month end close reporting and support the annual audit. **QUALIFICATIONS**
+ Bachelor's degree within Accounting or Finance required.
+ 3+ years' in credit and collections required. Minimum of 2-5 years of supervisor experience required.
+ CBA, CBF, CCE or CCRA designation preferred
+ Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt designation preferred.
+ ERP experience required- Oracle a plus
+ Financial statement analytics
+ Problem solving through collaboration and process excellence
+ Leadership - ability to inspire engagement and achievement from team and peers.
+ Effective negotiation skills
+ Translate effort into quantifiable results
+ Provide constructive feedback to drive engagement and improvement
+ Creativity to find multiple approaches to problem solving
+ Intermediate-advanced Excel skills
+ Actions consistently aligned with maximizing customer experience
**_Total Rewards and Benefits_**
+ Competitive Salary
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
+ Matching 401(k) Contribution
+ Health Savings Account
+ Educational Reimbursement
+ Matching Gift Program
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024