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Credit Manager
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A Credit Manager works within an organization to manage the credit department and make decisions concerning credit limits, acceptable levels of risk and terms of payment to their customers.
$118,822 / year median in California
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Bring your commercial credit and collections leadership to an established organization where people build long, rewarding careers. As Credit Manager , you will inherit an experienced, high-performing credit and collections team with strong tenure, giving you the opportunity to focus on mentoring, empowering your team and continuing to strengthen an already successful department. You will also have the rare opportunity to work directly alongside the outgoing Credit Manager before he retires after a long career with the organization. Learn the customer relationships, history and nuances of the credit function directly from an experienced leader while building relationships with your new team. If you value stability, strong working relationships and the opportunity to lead a team that already knows how to perform, this Credit Manager opportunity gives you a solid foundation to build from. Credit Manager - Your Job Duties You will oversee the credit and collections function, department and team. Lead and coach a team of nine credit and collection professionals, providing the direction, tools and accountability needed to perform effectively Manage departmental staffing, hiring, onboarding and day-to-day workflow Oversee a substantial accounts receivable portfolio (approximately 6,000 customer accounts) Establish and enforce credit policies, procedures, internal controls and approval guidelines Oversee customer credit evaluations, credit limits and payment terms, adjusting exposure as risk or collection concerns arise Monitor aging, delinquency and collection activity to support cash flow, minimize bad debt and reduce financial risk Guide complex collection matters, including payment plans, account holds, collection agencies, legal action, liens and judgments Serve as the escalation point for disputed balances, high-risk accounts, NSF payments, fraud concerns and potentially uncollectible accounts Recommend reserves, write-offs, settlements and other corrective actions when needed Ensure payments and wire transfers are accurately applied and documentation is complete Prepare and present reporting on aging, credit exposure, collection performance and bad debt risk Partner with sales, rental, parts, service, finance and legal teams to resolve issues while protecting customer relationships Support audits and continually improve department processes, reporting, systems and team efficiency. Credit Manager - You Have Prior Experience in: Leading a commercial credit / collections function Managing a team Managing B2B accounts receivable and commercial credit portfolios Managing legal accounts, escalated collections and working with outside attorneys or collection partners Commercial credit, collections, accounts receivable, customer risk evaluation, payment terms and credit documentation Establishing, reviewing and adjusting customer credit limits You might have experience with: The construction industry with knowledge of mechanics liens, preliminary notices, bonding and construction terminology A heavy equipment dealer, equipment rental company, agriculture business or related Credit Manager - Benefits for You Your compensation will be $100,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on your experience. In addition you will be eligible for a very generous annual incentive compensation plan with opportunity to earn a large percentage of your base salary. Full suite of benefits provided. You will work 100% on site in Pleasant Grove, California, giving you the opportunity to build strong relationships with your credit and collections team and the departments you support. You will receive comprehensive training and transition time working directly alongside the retiring Credit Manager, giving you the benefit of his institutional knowledge, customer relationships and experience before taking full ownership of the Credit Manager function.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance