Sr. Credit Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

At Auer Steel, our people are truly the company's biggest asset. As an organization, we strive to live out our original mission statement - "Auer aim is to give you products so good, with service so dependable, at prices so reasonable, with a spirit so friendly, you will desire to have us serve you."

This is your opportunity to join Auer team! Auer Steel & Heating Supply Co. is a wholesale distributor of HVAC equipment and supplies.

Known for our customer service and quality products, Auer Steel has been operating since 1940.

We are currently hiring a Sr. Credit Analyst to work in our Milwaukee, WI location. This position is best suited for an organized, responsible, and detail-oriented individual who is looking for a career within a well-established company.

WHAT DOES THIS POSITION DO?

• Provide high level of customer service
• Ensure credit policy compliance
• Manage risks on A / R portfolio as determined by management
• Mitigate bad debt write off loss
• Maintain Daily Sales Outstanding within the industry norm
• Provides in-depth credit analysis on new and existing customers
• Manages and analyzes reports within the credit department to identify changes and trends
• Resolves customer complaints and verifies transactions through consultation
• Identifies delinquent accounts through the review of individual or commercial customer files
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Responsible for reviewing legal documentation and ensure proper administrative follow of credit decisions

Essential Functions :

• Administer company credit application process
• Utilize reporting to analyze customer accounts and make educated decisions
• Contribute to process and workflow improvement
• Responsible for record retention and managing customer files
• Cover assigned credit queue workload to ensure compliance to credit policy
• Collection activity on assigned segment of the A / R portfolio
• Ensure onsite credit functionality is covered pursuant to company credit policy, consulting with or escalating to the Credit Manager when necessary
• Provide customer service within A / R, Credit, and collection area
• Resolve billing discrepancies; review and approve adjustments to accounts
• Work with customers (phone or in person) to negotiate arrangements on past due accounts
• Take steps to maintain security interest on secured jobs
• Respond to credit inquiries
• Place accounts to law firms when warranted and provide related records
• Prepares audit materials and reviews DSO
• Handles complex accounts and maintains correct records to assist with payment
• Analyzes loan data, including credit bureaus and trade references to ensure credit worthiness
• Prepares spreadsheets, summaries and reports for aid sound credit decisions to management

WHAT IS REQUIRED?

• Minimum of Associate's degree in business-related field required; Bachelor's degree in business-related field preferred or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Credit.
• High degree of professionalism and excellent interpersonal / communication skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• High degree of initiative
• Experience training employees
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; proficiency with Access is a plus
• Experience with Epicor prophet 21 is a plus
• Ability to manage large data sets and analyze results in support of projects
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional departments
• Previous work experience in a wholesale environment is highly desirable

WHY JOIN AUER STEEL?

• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full-time Employees
• Flexible Work Schedules - Summer Flex Hours, First Shift, No Weekends
• Paid Time Off - Sick, Vacation, Personal, Jury Duty & Holidays
• Wellness Challenges, Incentives, and Coaching
• Retirement Plan Options w / a Company Match
• AND SO MUCH MORE!

Auer Steel & Heating Supply Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to promoting a culturally diverse workforce.

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