What is a credit reporter and how to become one

Key steps to become a credit reporter

1. Explore credit reporter education requirements

   Most common credit reporter degrees

   Bachelor's

   36.7 %

   Associate

   28.6 %

   High School Diploma

   20.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific credit reporter skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Credit Bureaus	31.17%
   Business Credit Reports	30.46%
   Customer Service	16.05%
   Credit History	15.93%
   Outbound Calls	6.39%

3. Complete relevant credit reporter training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New credit reporters learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a credit reporter based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real credit reporter resumes.

4. Research credit reporter duties and responsibilities

   • Manage accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations.
   • Work on A/R and billing for a manufacturing company specializing in premium orthopedic, reconstructive and postoperative products.
   • Provide direct service with customers to process loan modifications, typically under SBA regulations.

5. Apply for credit reporter jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a credit reporter job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams