Credit Analyst

Teichert; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Teichert is seeking a Credit Analyst I to support the credit and collections workflow, manage customer accounts, and ensure accurate billing and payment application. The role partners with project teams to collect receivables, prepare lien waivers, and maintain compliant credit records.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in commercial credit, familiarity with construction industry practices, and proficiency in Vista ERP, Excel, and ten-key.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1–3 years in a commercial credit environment.
• Knowledge of construction industry is a plus.
• CBA designation from NACM or ability to obtain is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage collection of construction receivables and monitor payment status.
• Set up new customers and job accounts in Vista ERP.
• Research and resolve account discrepancies and respond to inquiries.
• Collaborate with Project Accounting, Finance, Contracts and other departments.
• Prepare lien waivers and assist with monthly billing packages.

Skills

Customer communication

Billing & collections

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Vista ERP (Viewpoint Vista)

Ten-key

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Purpose

The Credit Analyst I supports the credit and collections process by managing customer accounts, coordinating with internal departments, and ensuring timely and accurate billing and payment application. This role maintains strong communication with customers and project teams, prepares lien waivers and assists with billing packages, and performs accounting tasks to ensure compliance, resolve discrepancies, and support the financial health of construction and materials projects.

Position Description

The Credit Analyst I supports the credit and collections process by managing customer accounts, coordinating with internal departments, and ensuring timely and accurate billing and payment application. This role maintains strong communication with customers and project teams, prepares lien waivers and assists with billing packages, and performs accounting tasks to ensure compliance, resolve discrepancies, and support the financial health of construction and materials projects.

Focus & Scope

Essential duties and responsibilities, i.e. those which are basic, necessary, and an integral part of the job, are indicated below:

Company / Entities

• Actively supports the achievement of the company and business unit’s goals and objectives by performing collections for the Credit Department to assist in minimizing potential losses to the Company.
• Collaborates across company and supports consistent technical practices.
• Adheres to policies, procedures and standards that protect the company’s assets.
• Promotes and protects Teichert’s values including teamwork, fair work environment and respect of others in order to maintain a "team" spirit within the business unit and on project teams; works and cooperates with other disciplines across company lines to ensure maximum and best uses of Teichert resources.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Maintains a positive impression of the department and company with external customers through professional interactions.
• Promotes and protects the community perception of Teichert.

Technical / Specialty Area

• Responds to customer inquiries professionally, researches and resolves account discrepancies, and serves as a communication liaison between customers and internal departments to ensure timely issue resolution.
• Set up new customers and job accounts in the Vista ERP system in coordination with project teams.
• Manage collection of construction receivables by coordinating with Project Accounting on billing and conducting regular follow-ups with customers to monitor payment status and resolve outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather missing documentation or resolve issues that delay payment.
• Maintain strong cross-functional relationships, particularly with construction operations, to support billing and collections processes.
• Validates daily cash payment variances and review aging reports to ensure accurate application of adjustments and prioritize collection efforts for construction and materials accounts.
• Assist in the submittal of monthly billing packages, including initial and follow-up lien waivers, in alignment with construction billing cycles.
• Issue updated lien waivers to reflect received payments and maintain compliance with project and legal requirements.
• Performs a range of routine to complex accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to critical deadlines.
• Monitor customer accounts to identify early indicators of financial risk and recommend adjustments to credit terms as needed.
• Collaborate with operations and legal teams to evaluate project-specific risks, including contract terms and lien rights.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date credit documentation and account records within internal systems.
• Assist with periodic credit reviews, audits, and the preparation of reports for senior management.
• Stay informed on industry trends, construction market conditions, and payment risk factors to support sound credit decisions.

Relationships, Qualifications And Requirements, & Competencies

Reports To

• Credit Manager

Direct Reports

• None

External Clients

• Vendors, Contractors, Financial Institutions, and Government Agencies

Internal Clients

• Project Accounting, Finance, Contracts, and all employees of the Teichert Family of Companies

Role Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field or an equivalent combination of training and related experience.

Experience & Industry Expertise:

• 1-3 years in a Commercial Credit environment or an equivalent combination of technical training and related experience.
• Knowledge of Construction industry a plus
• Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation from NACM or ability to obtain required.

Specific Job Requirements

• Must be proficient in computer software skills including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista or a similar ERP system preferred.
• Must be proficient in ten-key.