Credit And Collections Specialist

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

Compensation

Salary Minimum: $50,000

Salary Maximum: $60,000

Incentive:

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Kingston