AR Credit Collections Analyst

Job Title:

AR Credit Collections Analyst

This position will own a wide variety of accounts receivable processes, including credit & collection, assisting Treasury functions, month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, reporting for multiple locations.

• Manage the company’s Accounts Receivable and Credit & Collections function
• Oversee daily cash payment application and ensure timely collections including daily and weekly targets
• Maintain positive relationships with customers and ensure customer complaints are monitored
• Manage and report customer complaint reports, work with plant and sales teams on resolution
• Assist in coordinating customer questions and resolving potential billing discrepancies and reconciling items
• Prepare monthly AR requirement reporting including AR Roll forwards and Collection Summary
• Daily monitoring & reporting of cash collections
• Responsible for accuracy and recording of journal entries on all cash, AR balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Manage credit and collection processes and make credit management decisions. Ensure customer credit limits are set within company guidelines
• Approve Credit Hold releases and work with sales teams on all credit related issues daily
• Ensure AR and Credit & Collections perform in-line with policy & procedures
• Collaborates on processes and procedures with sales department and lead process improvement initiatives. Participate and direct special projects related to accounting as needed

· Finance related Bachelor’s or Associates degree

· Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience

· Major ERP systems experience.

• Advanced or expert level Excel skills
• Ability to multitask and retain new concepts quickly
• Strong organization, attention to detail and analytical skills
• Proven ability to identify areas where process improvements will add value
• Proven track record of researching and solving problems with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Strong communication and people management skills

· Prior experience in Credit & Collections

· Prior experience in Accounts Receivable Management

· Prior experience in a manufacturing environment

· Previous experience with Infor Syteline ERP

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

IKG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.