Credit​/Collection Spec.

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Regular Full Time New Castle, DE, US

4 days ago Requisition

CREDIT/COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

Who we are:

United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a large multi-regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. United Electric offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire/cable/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro-mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York.

Position Summary:

As the curator of collections within a B2B environment, you hold the key to striking a delicate balance between effective customer relationship management and successful payment collection. In addition, you play a pivotal role in promptly addressing any billing errors or disputes related to account balances, collaborating closely with the relevant internal departments to swiftly resolve such issues.

Position Responsibilities:

• Reviews the status of delinquent accounts and initiates collection action as appropriate.
• Reviews accounts daily and notifies credit manager of cases requiring special handling.
• Assists with determining customer credit status by utilizing Credit Safe report and other required applications.
• Initiates appropriate follow-up action on mail returned as undeliverable.
• Research disputed account balances. Informs sales of any billing errors or disputes and works with the Billing and Cash Application specialists to resolve the issues.
• Communicates with the customer, salespersons, and branch manager regarding account status.
• Maintains related data files and produces reports and statistics as required.
• Works closely with all internal departments, combining individual efforts to better serve the customer.
• Compiles, reviews, and sets credit limits for new customers applying for credit in their assigned area.
• Creates or assists in the development of documented processes and procedures.
• Performs other duties as obvious or assigned.

Commitment to Safety:

• Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others r personal safety is your responsibility.
• Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or is witnessed.
• Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.

Qualifications:

• Strong organization and communication skills needed to implement collection action resulting in optimal statistical performance.
• Ability to effectively interact and negotiate with both internal and external customers during difficult situations in a highly professional and influential manner.
• Ability to initiate and assist in the development of action plans for both individual and team projects.
• Ability to analyze data and present solutions to complex problems involving internal and external customers.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting or business-related field.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, expertise in Excel preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of Credit Experience, five years preferred.
• Experience in construction industry is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer attractive compensation and benefits which include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• 401(K) and Stock Ownership
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Educational Benefits
• Wellness Programs
• Work/Life Balance

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.