Credit Manager Jobs

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Credit Manager will be responsible for the management of all things Credit. We are a medium business in a growth phase, and we are looking for a candidate who possesses the right attitude and skill set to work well in a team environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Credit and Collections

• Analysis of the credit procedures and measuring against predetermined goals
• Customer inquiries regarding invoicing and payments
• Collections – including liens and small claims court
• Ensure all legal notices are properly served
• Approving and maintaining all credit limits
• Equifax reporting and meeting attendance
• Monthly statement preparation
• Processing and maintaining all credit applications
• Develop strategies to minimize write-offs through well-organized recovery efforts
• Maintain and grow loyalty programs

With one direct report, the Credit Manager will have oversight of

• Monthly statement preparation
• Charge accounts maintenance and purging
• Monthly payment programs
• Payment reconciliation
• Year end close as it pertains to AR
• Posting customer payments on account

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Work along with the CFO to establish on-going evaluation of key AR metrics; develop monitoring and remediation plans as required
• Serve as a role model in financial management, best practice sharing, proactive actions, and creative problem-solving activities
• Ensure key deadlines and tasks are completed within AR Team
• Supervise a Credit Assistant and oversee payment reconciliation, charge account maintenance and purging, customer payment posting, monthly statement preparation and payment programs
• Advise/recommend workloads amongst all team members to ensure equitable attention and resources are given to all business units and customers
• Create and maintain positive relationships, including contacts from outside customers and internal teams

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years’ experience with commercial lending
• Knowledge of commercial and retail lending policies, procedures and statutory regulations
• Good communication skills, including verbal, written, presentation and conflict management
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or related field
• Knowledge of collection procedures and current business practice laws