Analyst - Credit and Collections

As a Credit & Collections Analyst, you will be responsible for collecting and maintaining basic credit information. You will assist reviewing and verifying overdue accounts. You will contact customers to confirm outstanding payments and renew credit information to help minimize outstanding debts.

Responsibilities:

Monitors past due invoices and make a high-volume of collections contacts via phone, e-mail, or customer portals.

Works with the customer to determine root cause of dispute for unpaid or short-paid invoices. Identifies and documents detailed reason.

Performs customer account reconciliations, including research of unapplied cash, and credits and unearned discounts.

Evaluates collectability of unearned cash discounts, finance charges, small dollar invoices, etc. and performs write-offs of uncollectable amounts within their level of authority.

Obtains appropriate credit information to rate credit worthiness of new and existing accounts within assigned portfolio.

Works cross-functionally with sales, operations, finance, contract administration, and customer master administration teams to gather and review documents, including purchase orders, credit applications. And loads into contract tracking tool for approval by financial services management and partners.

Reviews orders on credit hold by assessing credit worthiness of customers, including financial ratings, open invoices, in-process payments and backlog, and makes recommendations for order release to supervisor.

Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or Business required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Licenses/Certificates/Designations - NACM or similar preferred

1 year required, 3 years preferred, of experience with accounts receivable, accounting, finance, supply chain or general business

1 year required, 3 years preferred, of knowledge of computer system applications: Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word, and familiarity with an ERP platform (e.g., Oracle, DAX, AS400 etc.) required.

1 year required, 3 years preferred, of commercial, business to business, credit and collection experience in a high-volume environment required

1 year required, 3 years preferred, of Working with trade credit and other third parties (e.g., D&B, Experian, Equifax, NACM, CreditSafe) to obtain credit information

High level of Excel knowledge preferred

Strong written, oral communication and interpersonal skills with a positive disposition

Strong organizational skills and solution-oriented philosophy preferred

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Strong attention to detail with a passion for accuracy

Willingness to accommodate temporary working hour changes as required by workflow is preferred

Ability to prioritize tasks and demonstrate a willingness to accept new challenges is preferred

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.