Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Financial Analyst

Job Title:
Accountant I

Location:
Somerset, NJ, USA, 08873

Duration: 6 months

Schedule:
Monday
- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Interview Process:
Virtual interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams

• The Credit & Collections Representative is responsible for the maintenance and administration of credit limits, payment terms, and the collection of delinquent accounts receivable for an assigned portfolio of accounts.

• Candidates must have large corporation collection exp.
• Candidates must have large corporation credit exp.

• Review orders on credit hold and determine whether to release the order or keep it on hold pending resolution of the customer's account.
• Collect monies owed from delinquent accounts within an assigned portfolio and provide guidance to Sales Consultants regarding collection efforts.
• Identify potential bad debt accounts and attempt collection; elevate cases to management for further action or guidance as necessary.
• Respond to customer statement inquiries, answer correspondence and phone requests from customers and Sales Consultants, and solicit information from Sales regarding returned mail.
• Assist in reconciling customer accounts as needed to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Review customer credit limits upon request, with authority to increase limits up to a maximum of $25,000.
• Recommend and prepare files for outsourcing to collection agencies when all internal collection efforts have been exhausted.
• Coordinate with internal departments, such as Sales and Customer Service, to obtain necessary information to resolve payment disputes and address customer inquiries regarding outstanding balances.
• Assist with payment portal setups and e-delivery requests as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 3-5 years of related Credit & Collections experience.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with strong interpersonal and professional interactive abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from suppliers, customers, management, and inter-department staff.
• Proven capability to work proactively and constructively with internal staff from other departments.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and execution skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer Service Orientation
  - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance as needed.
• Problem-Solving Skills
  - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Sound Judgment
  - Willingness to make decisions and exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Adaptability
  - Able to readily adjust to changing circumstances, new information, or evolving priorities.
• Detail-Oriented
  - Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle People Soft) and credit reporting systems (e.g., Dun & Bradstreet, Creditsafe).