Collections Analyst
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Job Summary:
The Collections Analyst identifies, evaluates, analyzes and resolves open invoices and related Accounts Receivable (A/R) issues. The Collections Analyst Maintains close working relationships with customers and Burroughs personnel in order to update databases/systems and discuss and resolve open Accounts Receivable issues. Identifies root cause of issues and recommends resolutions to prevent re-occurrence. Assist in summarizing AR related data for reporting purposes.
Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities
Job Summary:
The Collections Analyst identifies, evaluates, analyzes and resolves open invoices and related Accounts Receivable (A/R) issues. The Collections Analyst Maintains close working relationships with customers and Burroughs personnel in order to update databases/systems and discuss and resolve open Accounts Receivable issues. Identifies root cause of issues and recommends resolutions to prevent re-occurrence. Assist in summarizing AR related data for reporting purposes.
Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities
- Reach out to customers for payment both current and past due.Collaborates with internal and external parties to identify root cause of the problems and recommends resolution.
- Run, send, and reconcile customer statements, and send invoice copies as needed.
- Communicates regularly with customers to address A/R and related issues and apply payments.
- Works closely with Sales and Order Entry staff and/or customers in supporting the set-up of vendor information for new accounts or new customers.
- Summarizes and analyzes data for audits or general inquiries.Prepare reports as required.
- Assist with month end close activities.
- Support of special projects as requested.
- Make recommendations for changes in procedures to improve efficiency.
- Capable of analyzing financial data to make appropriate credit recommendations
- Demonstrates the right judgment inside their authority when it comes to releasing and holding orders.
- Participate with Sales to ensure credit terms are suitable and in line with the credit/collections policy.
- Work with the CSM Team to see what invoices need to be credited
- Work together with internal and external customers for improvements in cash application.
- Demonstrate a positive working relationship with departments to accomplish the goals and objectives of the company.
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Team centered/work well with co-workers to resolve issues and problems
- Customer Service focus
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to work independently
- Attention to detail
- Thoroughness
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred
- 3+ years’ experience in Accounts Receivable? Credit with some international experience
- This is largely a sedentary role, requiring use of typical office equipment such as a computer, laptop and cell phone.
- This job operates in a professional office environment
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