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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a meticulous and analytical Credit and Collections Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing the creditworthiness of potential customers, managing outstanding accounts, and ensuring timely collections. This role requires a deep understanding of credit risk management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments. The Credit and Collections Analyst will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of the organization by minimizing bad debt and optimizing cash flow. Key responsibilities include evaluating credit applications, setting credit limits, monitoring accounts receivable, and implementing collection strategies. The successful candidate will have a strong background in finance or accounting, proficiency in financial software, and a keen eye for detail. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth and development within a dynamic and supportive work environment.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Evaluate credit applications and determine creditworthiness.
- Set and adjust credit limits based on financial analysis.
- Monitor accounts receivable and identify overdue accounts.
- Implement effective collection strategies to minimize bad debt.
- Communicate with customers to resolve payment issues.
- Prepare and present credit risk reports to management.
- Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to manage credit risk.
- Maintain accurate records of all credit and collection activities.
- Analyze financial statements and credit reports.
- Negotiate payment plans with delinquent customers.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
- Review and update credit policies and procedures.
- Assist in the development of credit risk management strategies.
- Provide support during internal and external audits.
- Identify and escalate high-risk accounts to management.
- Conduct regular reviews of customer credit limits.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in credit management.
- Train and mentor junior staff on credit and collections processes.
- Participate in cross-functional projects to improve credit and collections processes.
- Handle special projects and assignments as needed.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in credit and collections.
- Strong understanding of credit risk management principles.
- Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Knowledge of relevant legal regulations and compliance requirements.
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
- Experience in developing and implementing credit policies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to learn.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with credit risk assessment?
- How do you handle difficult conversations with delinquent customers?
- What strategies do you use to minimize bad debt?
- Can you provide an example of a successful collection strategy you implemented?
- How do you stay updated on industry trends and best practices?
- Describe a time when you had to negotiate a payment plan with a customer.
- How do you ensure compliance with legal regulations in credit and collections?
- What financial software and tools are you proficient in?
- How do you prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively?
- Can you describe your experience with ERP systems?
- How do you handle confidential information?
- Describe a time when you identified and escalated a high-risk account.
- How do you collaborate with other departments to manage credit risk?
- What steps do you take to maintain accurate records of credit and collection activities?
- How do you handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment?
- Describe your experience in developing and implementing credit policies.
- How do you build and maintain relationships with customers?
- What is your approach to training and mentoring junior staff?
- Can you provide an example of a cross-functional project you participated in?
- How do you handle special projects and assignments?
