Credit Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Lonestar Electric Supply and its subsidiaries are seeking a highly motivated Credit Clerk to join our Credit Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing credit applications, verifying customer information, maintaining account records, monitoring ageing reports, and assisting with collections efforts. This position will work closely with the Credit Manager and internal teams to ensure accurate account management, timely resolution of customer issues, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be organized, communicative, and aligned with our passion to MAKE IT HAPPEN.

Responsibilities

• Process credit applications
• Verify applicant information and conduct credit checks
• Gather reports from Credit Bureaus and Trade References
• Communicate with applicants to obtain additional information as needed
• Set up customer accounts and job accounts
• Maintain accurate records of all credit applications and job account information
• Load and maintain tax-exempt certificates
• Load and maintain all job account information in spreadsheets for lien notices and pertinent reporting
• Reconcile invoices
• Prepare customer account statements as needed
• Scan checks and complete electronic bank deposits
• Process mechanic’s lien waivers
• Monitor aging reports
• Contact delinquent accounts, resolve invoice discrepancies, and coordinate with sales reps or project managers
• Prepare preliminary notices and bond claims
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Assist Credit Management with other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred. 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in credit, collections, accounts receivable, or a related field. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software. 
• Experience reviewing credit applications, verifying trade references, and monitoring customer accounts. 
• Knowledge of invoice reconciliation, collections processes, and accounts receivable procedures. 
• Experience with preliminary notices, lien waivers, bond claims, and construction industry credit practices is preferred. 
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and customer service skills. 
• Ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality while managing multiple priorities.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required infrequently. 
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Match
• Paid Time Off 
• Specified Holiday Pay

Disclaimer

This job description is a general outline of the day-to-day duties to be expected and may not cover all job responsibilities that may be assigned by management. 

Lonestar Electric Supply is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.

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