Job Description
Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis. JMS is a part of the Russel Metals family of companies.
Position Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a minimum of three (3) years of Credit and Accounts Receivable experience. The Credit Analyst makes independent decisions while negotiating with customers in a manner that supports company goals while mitigating risk.
This position is designed to manage an extensive portfolio of customers. The ideal candidate displays a positive and proactive attitude, with the ability to prioritize and multitask. The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills that will be utilized to establish and maintain relationships with customers and within multiple departments of our organization. This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, growth-focused culture, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for reviewing and processing customer requests for credit, including contacting banks, credit/trade references, sales team, and others to obtain information
- Generate A/R aging reports to analyze and determine which accounts to aggressively pursue collection activities while maintaining positive customer relations
- Make timely credit decisions within your approved authority limit
- Interact with sales and/or local management to communicate credit decisions
- Ensure timely review of new customers and continuous periodic reviews of existing customers
- Set up and maintain customer master data
- Maintain complete and accurate credit files for all accounts
- Establish and maintain solid customer data
- Monitor accounts receivable portfolio
- Resolve credit and collections issues as needed with customers
· Evaluate and release orders on hold pending credit approval as appropriate
- Prepare accurate credit related reports for management
- Maintain exemption certificates for audit
- Coordinate with Credit Manager when turning accounts over to a collection agency or attorney, which includes having the backup documentation as needed
- Must have a high standard of confidentiality and accountability
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- Must have a minimum of 3 years credit & collections experience
- Bachelor’s degree desired, comparable experience will be considered
- Must be detail oriented and highly organized
- Ability to multi-task and effectively work independently as well as in a team environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Professional and discreet demeanor
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to grounds protected by law including race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, and disability. Please no solicitation by recruiting agencies.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have as a credit analyst?
- What is your salary requirement?
Work Location: In person
