Credit Account Specialist

HD Fowler Company; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid holidays

Bonuses

Retirement plan

401(k) & Roth with company match

Gym membership reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

HD Fowler Company, Bellevue, WA, is seeking a full-time Credit Account Specialist to manage commercial and residential construction receivables. You will call on customers, research credit information, set up project files for lien protection, file pre-lien notices, and reconcile accounts while advising the Credit Manager.

Qualified candidates have 1–2 years in AR, strong communication, and problem-solving skills; construction lien experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of accounts receivable experience within commercial or residential construction.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Previous credit/collection experience in construction and lien waiver experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Call on customers for the collection of accounts receivable.
• Research additional information as needed to make sound credit decisions and recommendations to Credit Manager.
• Set-up project files and research ownership for lien right protection.
• File pre-lien notices on accounts.
• Reconcile customer accounts and alert Credit Manager of any concerns.
• Secure and monitor legal positions on projects; monitoring and filing lien and bond claims as necessary.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Customer service

Credit/collections experience

Team player

Accounting concepts

Job description

HD Fowler Company is the last family-owned distributor of waterworks, irrigation, pump and wastewater equipment in the Northwest. For more than 100 years HD Fowler has been the premier source for superior products coupled with unparalleled expertise and support. We currently employ over 600 people throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah and Colorado and service customers in the wider western region including Alaska and Hawaii.We have an opening for a full-time Credit Account Specialist at our Bellevue, Washington corporate office. We are looking for a candidate skilled in construction accounts, relationship management and adept at problem solving. Full training and support will be provided so that you can be successful at performing the responsibilities of this role.Responsibilities:Call on customers for the collection of accounts receivableResearch additional information as needed to make sound credit decisions and recommendations to Credit ManagerSet-up project files and research ownership for lien right protectionFile pre-lien notices on accountsReconcile customer accounts and alert Credit Manager of any concernsSecure and monitor legal positions on projects; monitoring and filing lien and bond claims as necessaryPersonal Attributes, Experience and Education:1-2 years of accounts receivable experience, specifically within commercial or residential construction requiredProfessional verbal and written communication skills are essentialStrong attention to detail; ability to meet deadlinesEffective problems solving and decision makingProven excellent customer service skillsSelf-directed, independent and a team player with strong initiativePrevious credit/collection experience in the construction industry and lien waiver experience a plusExposure to accounting concepts a plusWhat’s in it for you:Pay Rate DOE: $29.50 - $38.90 per hourIn-Office Hours Primarily Monday - Friday between 7AM-5PM8 Paid HolidaysCompetitive Medical, Dental & Vision BenefitsFlex Spending Programs for health and dependent care$100k Group Life and AD&D Insurance – Premiums paid by the Company!Generous Paid Time Off Accrual starting at 120 Hours per year (plus 10 hours at 90 days!)Generous Discretionary Bonuses and Retirement Profit SharingTraditional 401(k) & Roth with up to 5% company matchGym membership reimbursement up to $50 per monthAccess to wide variety of training and skills programsSafe and engaging work environmentHD Fowler Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment. We respect and embrace the unique backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristics.We promote a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on results of drug screening.No recruiting agencies, please.Company Websitehttp://www.hdfowler.com/