Credit/Collections Associate

Apparel manufacturer is seeking an experienced Credit and Collections Associate with strong credit and collection skillset and solid history of collection results with retailers ranging from major department stores to single door shops. Applicant should also have experience in cash application and chargeback resolution.

The Credit and Collections Associate must be self-motivated and able to communicate in a highly professional manner.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage the daily credit hold process
• Assist the factor with collections on past due invoices
• Process delinquent accounts for third party legal and/or collection efforts
• Evaluate credit limits of existing customers and credit worthiness of new accounts
• Communicate with customers regularly and document conversations for follow up and review
• Communicate with customers to identify and resolve disputes
• Monitoring customers to ensure that they are adhering to credit policies

Requirements for the Credit and Collections Associate are:

• 3 to 5 years of credit and collection experience is preferred
• Factor experience needed to work with invoice collectors and credit representatives
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills needed to be able to communicate with sales team and customers regularly
• Strong problem solving and follow-up skills
• Understands the art of negotiation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Word
• Experience in Exenta or Blue Cherry a plus

For immediate consideration please send resume outlining your related Credit and Collections experience.