Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist

Leeco Steel; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeco Steel in Lisle, IL is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist to manage customer credit accounts, assess creditworthiness, and support order processing. You will establish credit limits, review holds, apply payments, and generate AR aging reports to ensure smooth operations.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently within a fast-paced environment, while coordinating with sales staff and external customers at our Lisle headquarters.

Qualifications

• Experience in credit and collections is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and data entry skills.
• Ethical judgement and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up new customer accounts and update existing customer accounts.
• Establish appropriate credit limits utilizing credit reports, credit references, and payment history.
• Determine if orders can be released when they are on credit hold.
• Respond to emails received from internal and external customers.
• Reply to credit reference requests.
• Follow up with customers weekly if the account is past due.
• Apply payments to customer accounts.
• Review short pays and discount report and make corrections if needed.
• If a customer is not tax exempt, determine appropriate action.
• Enter sales tax exemption forms into the database.
• Provide AR aging reports and invoices upon request.
• Pull documentation for audit requests.
• Train on other areas within the team—such as saving mill certifications, billing, entering POs, etc.—to assist with workflow and coverage.
• Develop relationships with Leeco Steel sales staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Credit and collections

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization

Data entry

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft GP

Job description

Leeco Steel, a leading supplier of steel plate products across North America, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist. In this role, you will manage customer credit accounts, assess creditworthiness and help ensure smooth order processing by making informed credit decisions. You will serve as a key resource for both internal teams and external customers, maintain accurate records and support collections. The ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced environment, values accuracy and enjoys both independent work and team collaboration. This position is based out of the Lisle, IL headquarters and requires in-office attendance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Set up new customer accounts and update existing customer accounts.
• Establish appropriate credit limits utilizing credit reports, credit references, and payment history.
• Determine if orders can be released when they are on credit hold.
• Respond to emails received from internal and external customers.
• Reply to credit reference requests.
• Follow up with customers weekly if the account is past due.
• Apply payments to customer accounts.
• Review short pays and discount report and make corrections if needed.
• If a customer is not tax exempt, determine appropriate action.
• Enter sales tax exemption forms into the database.
• Provide AR aging reports and invoices upon request.
• Pull documentation for audit requests.
• Train on other areas within the team—such as saving mill certifications, billing, entering POs, etc.—to assist with workflow and coverage.
• Develop relationships with Leeco Steel sales staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Prior experience in credit and collections preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and data entry skills.
• Ethical judgement and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with Microsoft GP is a plus.

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