Credit & Collections Executive

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Performs the day-to-day processing of financial transactions to ensure that Account Receivable (A/R) are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner. 
• Receives and verify invoices and delivery orders from warehouse/third party logistics company.
• Posts and reconcile customer payments to general ledgers. 
• Balances daily A/R batches; prepare and distribute weekly aging reports to key personnel. 
• Generates and mails monthly statement of accounts to customers.
• Collaborate with the Financial Controller to maintain collection goals and general A/R performance levels. 
• Communicate with internal sales representatives as necessary to complete job duties. 
• Completes credit analysis and review of new clients. Determine credit limits and annual review of major client accounts. 
• Ensures the strict confidentiality and privacy of financial records as they relate to the organization and its customers. 
• Forms collection strategies to mitigate customer objections to making timely A/R payments. 
• Investigates collection problems and advises customers on corporate A/R policies and procedures. 
• Makes arrangements for payment of outstanding and late accounts; prepare documentation for executive. 
• Investigates and resolve billing discrepancies or misapplied cash transactions. 
• Maintains a filing system for all financial documents. 
• Ensures the confidentiality and security of all financial and employee files. 
• Assists in other duties as needed and directed. 
• Meet the customer’s, resolving any collections matter and/or for check collection.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration and two years of experience, or an equivalent combination. 
• Two years’ direct experience in an A/R capacity. 
• Demonstrated ability to accurately calculate, post, correct, and manage accounting figures and financial records. 
• Strong knowledge of collection regulations and fair credit practices. 
• Basic knowledge of accounting systems, budgets, and internal controls.