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R.S. Hughes Co., Inc. · 2 days ago

Credit & Collections Specialist

Texas, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

R.S. Hughes Co., Inc. is a dynamic North American distributor of industrial supplies, and they are seeking a Credit & Collections Specialist. This role is primarily responsible for implementing the credit policy and securing revenue by collecting incoming payments, performing credit reviews, and maintaining accurate recordkeeping.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceManufacturingRetail

Responsibilities

Perform daily accounts receivable transactions to support the company’s billing, credit, and collection efforts

Perform credit reviews, analyze outstanding amounts due, and report on excess credit exposures

Conduct collection calls and send bill reminders to secure payments on outstanding account balances

Maintain internal systems to ensure accounts remain updated with current information, such as resale certifications, AP contacts, etc

Promptly post all customer payments and credits

Identify and resolve any customer issues to reduce payment discrepancies and AR adjustments

Perform reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner; including but not limited to petty cash reconciliations

Demonstrate strong verbal communications skills including professional phone etiquette

Promote and encourage e-invoicing and electronic payment methods from customers

Proactively partner with Management and Sales team to resolve past due invoices and release credit holds

Provide timely responses to all email, voicemail, verbal, and written communications

Perform other job duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting principlesCreditCollection practicesMicrosoft ExcelERP systemsMultitaskingVerbal communicationWritten communicationProblem-solvingOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeam player

Required

HS Diploma or GED Equivalent (Required)

Minimum of 2-3 years of high-volume accounting experience (Required)

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and ability to use the ERP and other systems, as necessary to perform job duties

Understanding of basic accounting principles and credit and collection practices

Strong, clear verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work under pressure, take initiative for responsibilities under company policies (facilitating consistent policy application), and meet deadlines independently

Ability to multitask

Highly organized

Excellent attention to detail

Strong Problem-solving

Team Player