REMOTE Credit Specialist

MUST Be Located in the Greater Seattle Area Description: THE ROLE The Credit Specialist will assist with all aspects of the credit approval process for new and existing customers following established policies, practices, and procedures in a manner that will result in maximum sales, sound receivables, and the prompt conversion of receivables into cash with a minimum of past due accounts. The Credit Specialist must have strong analytical skills and decision-making capabilities. The incumbent works continuously to reduce aging receivables for assigned customer accounts and inform all impacted parties of the status of collection efforts throughout the process. The Credit Specialist reports to the Credit Manager and interacts extensively with customers, inside and outside sales, customer service, accounting, and logistics personnel. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage order activity, disputes and collections for assigned account portfolio Perform reconciliation work on assigned portfolio and document all customer interactions in SAP Manage PO and invoicing requirements through customer portals as required Review credit applications, ensure completeness, request additional information if required Manage order hold queue throughout day, ensuring timely approval of new orders. Assist Sales and Customer Service personnel in the problem resolution process as it relates to credit, collections and disputes Submit recommended credit limit requests to management and communicate results in a timely manner to necessary parties, following ECOA standards. Recommend down payments and non-standard credit terms as necessary, while preserving the customer relationship Assist with department reporting, including weekly A/R metrics and cash forecasting Continually evaluate current processes with key stakeholders and make recommendations for improvement Skills: Credit analysis, Accounts receivable, Finance, Credit & collections, Data entry, Sap Additional Skills & Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in business, finance or accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience 3-5 years of commercial credit, collections and accounts receivable experience in a manufacturing or sales environment Okay with more experience as long as they are okay with doing credit. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to interface professionally and effectively Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Intermediate to advanced Excel skills ERP experience required, SAP experience a plus About Aston Carter: Please Note: Scammers are posing as Aston Carter. We'll never contact you via Gmail, Telegram, or WhatsApp and we'll never solicit money from you. At Aston Carter, we're dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions - from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless. Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients' capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today's workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit ~~~. Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call ~~~ or email ~~~ (~~~) for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact the Recruiter located at the bottom of the job posting. The Recruiter is the sole point of contact for questions about this position.