Credit and Collections Specialist at Ametek, Inc.

Ametek, Inc.

Position Summary:

This position’s primary purpose is to be responsible for extending credit to customers, release of shipments, developing & maintaining customer relationships, and collection of receivables.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluation of credit worthiness to new customers by using D&B reports and customer references
• Determination of customer terms, and negotiation of advance payment terms where applicable
• Review of customer order acknowledgements
• Monitoring of customer accounts and taking appropriate action on problem customers
• Collection of receivables through customer calls and related correspondence
• Resolution of invoicing issues and customer short payments
• Accounts Receivable aging clean-up activities on old invoices & debit memos
• Analysis of customer payment trends, and corrective action plans
• Supporting Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) improvement initiatives
• Utilization of sales force and senior management when necessary to accelerate collection process
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with customers and sales rep’s
• Credit checks of existing customers
• Coordination with shipping department on release of customer shipments
• Customer invoicing on a daily basis
• Transacting customer credit card payments
• Other duties and assignments per management as necessary

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with account holders in a courteous manner.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to keep information confidential.
• Ability to exercise integrity and discretion.
• Ability to remain professional in tense situations.
• Oracle experience a plus
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Assertiveness
• Effective and professional telephone skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree in Business or related field preferred.
• At least three years of experience in credit and collection work highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer