Accounts Receivable Credit Analyst

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Employee discount programs

Bonus and merit opportunities

Job summary

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company is seeking an Accounts Receivable Credit Analyst to join our Finance team in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on monitoring credit risk, resolving account issues, and helping optimize cash flow.

We value detail orientation and strong analytical skills to support accurate risk assessments and timely collections. In this position you will interact with sales, customer service, and dealers to ensure accurate billing and healthy cash cycles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a high-volume Accounts Receivable environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze financial data.
• Experience with ERP and cash application processes.
• Excellent communication with sales and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Keep assigned accounts current by resolving issues.
• Review discrepancies and dispute short payments when possible.
• Proactively monitor customer accounts to prevent late invoices.
• Coordinate with sales on customer accounts in a timely manner.
• Manage holds on accounts and add/remove holds as needed.
• Build cooperative relationships with dealers, sales and customer service.
• Involve sales and management to accelerate collections when needed.
• Meet department goals and activity metrics.
• Provide invoices, credit memos and statements on request.
• Analyze credit data and financials to assess credit risk.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (Oracle)

Job description

Knape & Vogt is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to delivering excellence. We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Receivable Credit Analyst to join our Finance team and play a crucial role in managing credit risk and optimizing cash flow.

Company Overview

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids, MI for over 125 years. We are a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers.

What’s In It For You

• Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many
• Competitive Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs
• Bonus and Merit opportunities

What You Will Get To Do

• Keep assigned accounts current by resolving issues
• Review discrepancies and dispute short payments when possible
• Proactively monitor customer accounts and portals to resolve issues before invoices go past due
• Communicate and follow up effectively with sales department regarding customer accounts on a timely basis
• Manage accounts that are on a hold report and add/remove holds as necessary
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with dealers, sales, and customer service department
• Enlist the efforts of sales and senior management when necessary to accelerate the collection process
• Meet defined department goals and activity metrics
• Provide invoice, credit memo and statement copies upon request
• Analyze credit data, financial statements, and prepare reports to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit

What You Will Bring

• 3 years of experience in in a high volume Accounts Receivable, Finance department
• High School Diploma or GED
• Intermediate Skill in Microsoft Office, experience working with ERP systems similar to Oracle
• Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently and effectively