A Credit Specialist or Clerk reviews the credit history of individuals or businesses that apply for credit. Requests information from credit companies, analyzes computerized records and payment histories, and determines whether new credit can be approved.
Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Customer follow-ups Financial close processing Sage Client onboarding Word processing Spreadsheets Mid-level Incident Escalation 3 years Customer payment reminders Invoice payment processing Analysis skills Credit history review Credit report review Closing the books Management reporting Bad debt management Escalation handling Process management Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Communication skills Stakeholder relationship building Collections account management
Full Job Description Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Credit Specialist to lead all business administrative and collection efforts for our rapidly growing Onsite Re-Rental program supporting the Mission Critical Region. This program currently generates over $2.5M in monthly revenue, with significant growth anticipated. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring timely collections, and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and external partners.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable (AR) Management Receive and review consolidated monthly invoices from our Bare Rental Partner. Generate and distribute individual AR requisitions to each 3rd party client renting Bare equipment. Track and manage receivables to ensure timely payments in accordance with contract terms. Accounts Payable (AP) Processing Process AP invoices from the Bare Rental Partner, ensuring timely payments within agreed terms. Collections & Escalations Lead all collection efforts for 3rd party clients. Enforce escalation protocols per Liberty's SOP, including: o 15-day and 30-day follow-ups. o Escalation to Sales Managers, Regional Managers, Division Managers, and Legal as needed. Client Onboarding & Documentation Ensure all required documentation is received and verified before rental initiation: o Signed contracts. o Certificates of insurance. o Completed credit checks. Reporting & Communication Provide weekly status updates to management on outstanding payments and collection efforts. Communicate professionally and effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. System & Process Management Utilize and navigate systems including Sage 300 (ERP), Timberscan (AP), Access, Excel, Word, and various Bare Rental provider platforms. Ensure adherence to monthly deadlines including month-end close, vendor payment terms, and Liberty's internal payment terms.
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in credit, collections, or accounts receivable/payable roles. Strong proficiency in Excel and comfort with learning new systems. Experience with Sage 300, Timberscan or similar ERP/AP platforms preferred. Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. High level of accountability and attention to detail.
Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level.
EEO Statement:
The Above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day
