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Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 1 week ago

Credit/Collection Assistant

Albertville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is a leading provider of railroad products and services. The Credit and Collections Assistant is responsible for managing customer accounts, maintaining collection notes, and ensuring compliance with SOX guidelines and AR policies.

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Responsibilities

Adheres to SOX and AR policy and procedures in performing job duties

Works with business owners to develop test case scenarios for functional enhancements

Communicate with colleagues, internal and external customers to resolve issues

Perform with frequent interruptions and/or distractions

Management of assigned customer accounts and maintaining detailed collection notes

Researching unapplied cash

Internal Audits

Perform other AR tasks and special projects as assigned

Recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate actions

Analyze the consequences of a decision prior to making it

Complete heavy workload within established time frames

Work independently and identify potentially more effective methods of work operation

Adapt to frequent changes in workload and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate

Understanding of lien releases and waivers

Determine escalation of collection concerns

Release customer orders based on credit history and risk management policies

Investigate and assist with resolving disputes on customer accounts

Qualification

Accounts Receivable experienceFinancial systems knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyDetail orientedMulti-taskInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsDecision making skillsOrganizational skillsTeam orientedResults oriented

Required

High School Diploma, required

One to two years of Accounts Receivable experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Detail oriented

Strong decision making and organizational skills

Sense of urgency and follow-through

Ability to multi-task and work independently

Team oriented

Results oriented

Strength-Must be able to lift 40lbs

Emotional Demands-Must have good communication skills. Be capable to multi-task and work independently. Ability to adapt to frequent changes in tasks and workload

Safety-The position will require the adherence to all safety practices and use of PPE while in a facility manufacturing facility to include eye, face, hand and hearing protection, steel toed boots, no jewelry and hard hats. This not a safety sensitive position

Preferred

Associates Degree in Business related field, preferred

Knowledge of financial systems preferred

Proficient in MicroSoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Company

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

Glassdoor3.5

Our team creates lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence.

Founded in 1983

Albertville, Alabama, USA

5001-10000 employees