Credit and Collections Director jobs in Maine

Team EJP is currently hiring for an energetic, team oriented individual to join our Finance team as a Credit and Collections Analyst 1.

As Credit and Collections Analyst 1 you will be responsible for monitoring a portfolio of accounts and conduct daily calls to internal partners and various past due customers, including the collection of funds owed, in a B2B environment, compiling and structuring loan application packages for presentation and approval, coordinating and documenting the onboarding of new customers, and provide support to internal and external customers.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities Include:

- Reconciliation of payment deductions; process payments, credits and refunds

- Research account variances and provide resolution to billing and misapplied payment issues

- Update ERP with payment status, ongoing communication

- Prepare weekly reports on account status for the Regional & Divisional Managers

- Monitor customer order activities, accounts receivable and payment history on a daily basis to identify risk and ensure adherence to credit terms

- Escalate key issues to Credit Manager, Sales Management and Operational Leadership of potential credit risks in portfolio to determine next plan of action

- Record retention to support audit controls

- Collaborates and problem solves with key members of the organization’s Finance and Sales teams

- Maintains confidentiality and uses utmost discretion with matters including but not limited to personal and or financial information in the duties of the position

- Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications:

• Two years related work experience in an Accounts Receivable/Collections/Accounting role preferably supporting sales
• Strong attention to detail while working accurately and independently in compliance with company procedures and audit controls
• Demonstrate analytical skills including the ability to perform mathematical calculations related to accounting and reconciliation activities required
• Accurate data entry skills
• Strong listening and communication skills, including the ability to understand and effectively carry out and communicate verbal and written instructions
• Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal team members, business stakeholders and externally with customers and vendors
• Ability to demonstrate effective account management, problem solving, presentation, and team member motivational skills
• Ability to apply sound judgement and discretion in performing duties while interpreting company policies with audit controls
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment where the ability to prioritize is key and teamwork is a must
• Proficient in internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

BENEFITS:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Personal Time

Team E.J. Prescott, Inc. is a 68-year-old, family-owned waterworks supply company. We distribute water, wastewater, stormwater, geotextile and erosion control products in 28 locations across nine Northeast states. We also have four sister companies that provide fabrication and delivery services to our clients. We are one of the largest independently owned waterworks supply companies in the United States, and we pride ourselves on innovation and customer service.

E.J. Prescott is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Office

Work Location: In person