Berlin Packaging · 1 day ago
Credit Analyst
525 W. Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expBerlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging, experiencing rapid growth in the industry. The Credit Analyst will manage the company's financial risk related to credit extension, ensuring compliance with payment terms and promoting strong cash collections.
ManufacturingPackaging ServicesPersonal BrandingProduct Design
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage credit and collection activities for portfolio of business unit(s) including processing new credit applications by reviewing credit data and approving credit limits for new and existing customers up to $500K
Ensure compliance of payment terms, timely dispute resolution, and perform account reconciliation by reviewing aging reports weekly. Schedule frequent communication with sales and operations to coordinate plan for corrective action
Address delinquent payments by contacting customers and work with internal business partners to resolve customer issues where necessary
Monitor for signs of financial problems and report to immediate manager an action plan to mitigate
Prepare and follow through payment schedules for customers who need temporary extended payment
Validate orders, which are placed on hold by ERP at the time of order
Ensure credit exposure for ongoing customers are maintained within their approved
Build new and strengthen existing relationships with customers, both internal and
Assist immediate manager in presenting credit related training
Prepare monthly reports of past due accounts and other various reports as
Effectively negotiate in complex customer situations with assistance from immediate
Recommend and implement credit and operational processes & procedures for continuous improvements by collaborating with various departments including leveraging technology where appropriate
Provide accurate customer trade
Promote sales growth by using discretion and professional judgement to prevent credit & collection efforts from adversely affecting customer relations
Fulfill employee portion of the “Berlin T-Chart”
Meet or exceed individual KPI goals with which include, but not limited to DSO, % current, Bad Debt Expense, and Cash Collections
Other duties assigned by
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business or finance or the equivalent experience
Three plus (3+) years of relevant commercial credit and collection experience
Basic accounting, financial statement, and bankruptcy knowledge
Intermediate/Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Follow-up skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and possesses a high sense of urgency
Performs work under minimal supervision
Handles complex issues and problems and only refers the most complex issues to higher-level staff
Must be able to work independently as well as in a group setting with minimal supervision
Strong business judgment and knowledge of credit and collection tools and techniques
Ability to effectively communicate to all audiences
Ability and desire to motivate team members whether a direct report or not
Interpersonal effectiveness and time management
Benefits
Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
Profit sharing
401(k) with company match
Medical insurance including dental insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
Vision insurance options
Paid parental leave for up to 12-weeks
Health club reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
529 college savings plan
Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
Employee referral program
Company sponsored life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance
Company sponsored short- and long-term disability
Company
Berlin Packaging
Berlin Packaging manufactures and supplies glass, plastic, and metal containers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$500M2018-11-29Private Equity· $500M
2014-08-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Rick Brandt
Chief Executive Officer, Americas
James Walters
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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