Credit Manager

CFS; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Libertyville, IL is seeking a Credit Manager to lead credit, collections, and accounts receivable, partnering with finance and business teams to support cash flow and risk management.

You will supervise a team, evaluate customer credit, and drive process improvements while collaborating across departments to resolve billing issues and strengthen internal controls. A strong analytical mindset and ERP/Excel proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of credit, collections, accounts receivable, or related finance experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of credit risk management and collection best practices.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively across departments.
• Manufacturing, distribution, or B2B environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage credit and collections activities to support healthy cash flow and minimize risk.
• Oversee customer credit evaluations, account monitoring, and credit approvals.
• Supervise accounts receivable processes and support team development.
• Review aging reports and drive collection efforts on past‑due accounts.
• Support month‑end close and financial reporting activities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve customer and billing issues.
• Maintain accurate reporting and strengthen internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial analysis

Relationship building

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to lead credit and collections operations while partnering across finance and business teams? This role offers a blend of leadership, financial analysis, customer relationship management, and process improvement within a stable and growing organization.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out For The Credit Manager

• Highly visible role with exposure to leadership and key business decision-makers
• Opportunity to oversee credit, collections, and accounts receivable functions
• Blend of strategic and hands-on responsibilities
• Stable company with strong employee retention and long‑term growth opportunities
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture where your contributions make a direct impact
• Competitive compensation and bonus potential

Key Responsibilities For The Credit Manager

• Manage credit and collections activities to support healthy cash flow and minimize risk
• Oversee customer credit evaluations, account monitoring, and credit approvals
• Supervise accounts receivable processes and support team development
• Review aging reports and drive collection efforts on past‑due accounts
• Support month‑end close and financial reporting activities
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve customer and billing issues
• Maintain accurate reporting and strengthen internal controls
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies

Qualifications For The Credit Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of credit, collections, accounts receivable, or related finance experience
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of credit risk management and collection best practices
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively across departments
• Manufacturing, distribution, or business‑to‑business environments

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