Senior Credit Manager

PeopleShare; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Strong benefits

Collaborative environment

Work-life balance

Room to grow

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Credit Manager to lead credit operations and drive financial success. This role will allow you to shape credit strategy, manage a high-performing team, and leverage technology to enhance efficiency. You'll collaborate with finance and sales teams, optimize processes, and develop innovative solutions to improve cash flow. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for process improvement, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative and growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Credit & Collections focused on commercial accounts.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with ERP platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Credit and Collections team to meet performance goals.
• Optimize processes to improve cash flow and reduce receivables.

Skills

Credit & Collections

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

DSO Manager

MS Dynamics

Business Central

ERP platforms

Job description

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This range is provided by PeopleShare. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Senior Credit Manager | $90K - $95K | Northbrook, IL

Shape Credit Strategy. Drive Financial Success.

We’re on the hunt for a Senior Credit Manager who’s ready to take the lead in shaping and refining our credit operations. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for process improvement, technology integration, and building high-performing teams, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and reward.

Perks: Competitive salary, strong benefits, and a collaborative, growth-focused environment

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Strategize with tech: Leverage ERP platforms, credit management systems, and reporting tools to streamline operations and boost efficiency.
• Write & refine scripts: Create compelling and effective collection scenarios and scripts to enhance recovery strategies.
• Lead with impact: Manage the Credit and Collections team, setting clear objectives and ensuring performance goals are met.
• Optimize processes: Develop and implement smarter procedures to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables.
• Collaborate & report: Work cross-functionally with finance, sales, and accounting teams to present detailed receivables reports and forecasts.
• Reduce risk: Manage relationships with trade credit insurance companies and negotiate payment plans for overdue accounts.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience that counts: 5+ years in Credit & Collections, with a strong focus on commercial accounts.
• Tech-savvy mindset: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with DSO Manager, MS Dynamics, and Business Central preferred.
• ERP expertise: Proven track record of implementing and managing ERP platforms to enhance credit operations.
• Creative problem-solver: Ability to write and apply tailored collection scripts that drive results.
• Data-driven strategist: Skilled at using financial data to make informed, impactful decisions.
• Industry knowledge: Experience managing A/R portfolios of $25MM+, ideally in a service-based industry.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Make your mark: Take ownership of a critical department and drive real change.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with no travel required.
• Collaborative culture: Work alongside a dynamic leadership team that values fresh ideas and continuous improvement.
• Tech-forward environment: Use innovative platforms and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Room to grow: Opportunity to expand your skills and influence as the company scales.

If you’re ready to lead with confidence, drive financial performance, and make your mark on a growing company, we want to meet you. Apply today!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance, Sales, and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting