Credit and Collections Specialist

Join an established manufacturing company as a Credit & Collections Specialist and play a key role in supporting accounts receivable operations. This position is responsible for collections, cash application, account reconciliations, customer communication, and credit review while maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal teams. Responsibilities: Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances. Process and post payments, including ACH, wire transfers, checks, and credit cards. Reconcile accounts and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, and short payments. Communicate with customers regarding invoices, payment status, and account issues. Review credit applications and assist with evaluating customer credit risk. Maintain accurate collection notes, credit files, and customer account records. Support month-end close activities, reporting, and audit requests. Partner with Sales and other departments to resolve payment and billing concerns. Qualifications: 1-3 years of credit, collections, or accounts receivable experience, preferably in manufacturing. Knowledge of accounting and financial principles. Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with chargebacks, preferred. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to grow their experience in credit, collections, and accounts receivable. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ledgent