Credit & Collection Specialist 1

Crown Equipment Corporation; New Bremen (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Life and Disability Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation in New Bremen, OH, is seeking a Credit & Collection Specialist 1 to manage customer accounts, communicate on past-due invoices, and help maintain current payment status. You will monitor credit risk, coordinate with regional teams, and prepare aging and portfolio reports for management.

The role requires strong attention to detail and solid communication skills in a fast-paced office setting.

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years related experience.
• Associate degree in Accounting.
• High school diploma or GED plus relevant experience acceptable.
• Proficiency with standard office software and AR processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular communication with customers to ensure accounts are current and payments are forthcoming.
• Monitor credit status and coordinate with Regional Credit Specialist on resolution.
• Prepare and review AR aging and portfolio reports with Branch Management and customers.
• Process electronic payments and perform accounting adjustments as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree (Accounting)

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Accounts Receivable software

Job description

Credit & Collection Specialist 1

Location: New Bremen, OH, US, 45869

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Duties

• Customer Collection Activities - Maintain regular communication with customers to assure that assigned accounts are kept in current status and payment is forthcoming. Provide customer service and maintain appropriate documentation of collection procedures performed to reference for future communications. Follow up in a timely manner on past due invoices. Proactively confirm approval of all larger invoices with key customers. Enlist the efforts of Branch Management, General Managers, and Directors to accelerate the collection process.
• Credit Review - Monitor credit status on all assigned accounts. Coordinate and work with Regional Credit Specialist on resolution. Assist Collection Specialist Regional with research and resolve of past due accounts. Research customers through Dunn & Bradstreet, Company history, and other internet sources to determine risk. Follow up with customers on delinquent accounts to determine approval of orders
• Report Preparation and Review - Review portfolio using Accounts Receivable (AR) Metrics & Detail Reports. Prepare and review portfolio and aging reports with Branch Management team and customers on monthly basis. Review portfolio with Supervisor on monthly basis.
• Miscellaneous - Monitor credit status on all assigned accounts. Research and reconcile account history as needed. Process electronic payments as requested. Perform accounting adjustments as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Less than 2 years related experience
• Associate degree (Accounting)
• Non-degree considered if 6+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
• Per 8-hour shift. Sit 8 hours and stand 0 hours. Typical office environment (low noise level, limited exposure hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, and vibrations). Regular interaction with others and performs a degree of independent work. Physical and mental demands are akin to the majority of office positions with prolonged periods of sitting and prolonged use of a computer/keyboard. Infrequent lifting, walking and climbing stairs. Occasional use of office equipment (copiers, printers, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to work independently with appropriate guidance.
• Analytical and objective decision-making skills.
• Good communication skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in fast-paced environment.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Life and Disability Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities