Collections Specialist

Are You?

• Ready to use your skills to drive and lead the team to success?
• Hungry to always find a better way of doing things?
• Thrilled about working for a global industry leader in its mission to shape the future for clean air?

At Nederman, our mission is to protect people, planet, and production from harmful effects of industrial processes. By doing that, we contribute to efficient production, environmental benefits, and safer workplaces. Clean air is a cornerstone of sustainable production.

Job Summary:

This position will be part of the Nederman Shared Services group and will support all companies associated with Nederman Americas. This position of Accounts Receivable Specialist will manage duties of Cash Entry-AR Cash-balancing daily reports, etc. This includes functional system support related to accounts receivable processes within multiple ERP systems, balancing all cash entries, reconciling all companies, running appropriate reports, and distributing to management. The position also includes customer setups in multiple ERP systems and assisting divisions on customer accounts/problems. This includes maintaining all A/R files including invoices, credit memos, cash receipts, reports, and bank statements. This includes daily collection efforts, to include calls/emails to customers and internal employees. Generate and distribute the A/R problem collection notice. Monitor accounts throughout the month and Month-end Closing. The role requires high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple portfolios/companies.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Cash entry-AR Cash-balancing daily reports, etc.
• Approve to release sales orders placed on credit hold in the ERP system.
• Perform and supervise all collection call activity for accounts within the assigned territory with timely follow-up.
• Manage relationships with sales department developing and deploying new processes as needed for multiple legal entities.
• Process incoming payments to the appropriate customer accounts. Reconcile differences and approve deductions as in the delegation of authority.
• Prepare and submit necessary monthly reports to management regarding collection issues.
• Facilitate placement of accounts with collection agencies
• Recommend bad debt write-offs, reserves, and legal action when necessary, providing a monthly report to finance management.
• Complete a wide range of other department duties within the full cycle of order to cash for the companies assigned.
• Other duties as determined appropriate for the position.
• Other job duties as requested.

Qualifications

Your Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5 plus years of experience in the credit & collection field, construction, manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, and hospital industries preferred.

Your Skills & Traits:

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office products. Knowledge of ERP systems such as IFS, JD Edwards, and AX.
• Analytical financial skills
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail and organization.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Organizational, Prioritization, and Time Management skills
• Interpersonal skills and conflict resolution
• Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments, vendors, and internal and external customers.
• Must be a team player who also works well independently.
• Self-motivated and driven to succeed.

What we offer is more than just a job…

• An opportunity to be part of a truly innovative and fast-growing international company.
• A team-focused work environment where your efforts won’t go unnoticed or unappreciated.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including PTO, health care insurance, 401K, disability, and life insurance.

Applicants for employment are to be considered for employment based on the individual applicant’s qualifications and without regard to race, color, creed, gender, age, disability, national origin, religion, veteran status, uniform service member status, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or on account of membership in any protected category under federal, state, and local laws.