Credit Associate

Midatlantic Employers' Association; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Career growth

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Midatlantic Employers' Association in Bensalem, PA is seeking a detail-oriented Credit Associate to join the Accounting team. This temp-to-perm role focuses on processing dealer credit applications, managing credit and collection functions, and maintaining strong dealer relationships to support timely payments.

You will collaborate with Sales and Customer Service, handle Billing inquiries, and ensure accurate payment applications.

Qualifications

• Some college coursework or equivalent experience in accounting, finance, or business.
• At least 1 year of accounting, credit, or collections experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems.
• Detail-oriented with strong numerical ability.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for dealer accounts regarding billing, payments, and credit inquiries.
• Process and verify the creditworthiness of new dealer accounts; work with Credit Manager and Sales to set credit limits.
• Manage collection activities for assigned accounts and maintain payment histories.
• Process invoices and orders for national accounts via Vendor Net.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies and ensure accurate application of payments.
• Prepare and manage delinquent accounts for outside collection when needed.
• Maintain and update dealer account information in ERP systems.
• Support Accounts Receivable tasks including posting payments and generating finance charge reports.
• Collaborate with Credit Department to improve procedures and ensure company standards.
• Provide account updates to NACM as appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Education

Some college coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Credit Associate to join our Accounting team in Bensalem. In this role, you will be responsible for processing and verifying dealer credit applications, managing credit and collection functions, and building strong relationships with our dealer accounts. You’ll work closely with Sales and Customer Service to ensure accurate billing, timely payments, and resolution of financial matters, all while providing an exceptional customer experience. THIS IS A TEMP TO PERM ROLE.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, problem-solving, and maintaining positive customer relationships while supporting the financial health of the business.

** What You’ll Do**

• Serve as the primary point of contact for dealer accounts regarding billing, payments, and credit-related inquiries.
• Process and verify the creditworthiness of new dealer accounts; collaborate with the Credit Manager and Sales teams to set credit limits.
• Manage collection activities for assigned accounts, including maintaining detailed records of communications and payment history.
• Process invoices and orders for national accounts through Vendor Net.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, ensuring accuracy in application of payments.
• Prepare and manage delinquent accounts for outside collection when necessary.
• Maintain and update dealer account information in ERP systems.
• Support Accounts Receivable functions including posting payments, deposits, responding to credit reference inquiries, and generating finance charge reports.
• Collaborate with the Credit Department to improve procedures and maintain compliance with company standards.
• Provide account updates to the National Association of Credit Management (NACM) as appropriate.

** What We’re Looking For**

• Some college coursework or equivalent experience in accounting, finance, or business.
• At least 1 year of experience in accounting, credit, or collections.
• Working knowledge of accounting and collection procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint) and ERP systems.
• Strong communication and writing skills; able to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• High attention to detail with an aptitude for math.

** Why Join Us?**

• Collaborative work environment where your contributions matter.
• Opportunity to expand your accounting and credit knowledge in a supportive team.
• Competitive pay and benefits package.

** Ready to Apply?**
If you’re a motivated, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced accounting environment, we’d love to hear from you!