Credit & AR Strategy Leader — Collections & Risk

J.H. Larson Company; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

STD/LTD

401k with employer match

Life insurance

HSA with employer match

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

J.H. Larson Company, a distributor of Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC products, is seeking a Credit & AR Manager in Plymouth, MN. The role leads credit risk management and accounts receivable, ensuring timely collections and accurate reporting, while guiding a credit team within a growing, family-owned business.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and opportunities for development within a long-standing Minnesota company celebrating its 95th anniversary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field (required).
• 5+ years of experience in credit management, accounts receivable, or a related financial role.
• Experience with credit risk evaluation and establishing credit policies.
• Experience in collections, dispute resolution, and bad debt recovery.
• Familiarity with legal proceedings related to collections and managing disputes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely collection of outstanding receivables and monitor aging reports.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce overdue balances and negotiate payment terms.
• Lead and manage the credit team; provide training on policies and collection strategies.
• Assess creditworthiness of customers using financial data and set credit limits.
• Approve or decline credit applications based on risk assessment and policy.
• Travel to small claims court hearings to present cases and handle related issues.
• Collaborate with the Accounting Department to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Maintain documentation of receivables, payment agreements, and customer communications.

Skills

Credit management

Accounts receivable

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

J.H. Larson Company, a distributor of Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC products, is seeking a Credit & AR Manager in Plymouth, MN. The role leads credit risk management and accounts receivable, ensuring timely collections and accurate reporting, while guiding a credit team within a growing, family-owned business.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and opportunities for development within a long-standing Minnesota company celebrating its 95th anniversary.