Credit Analyst

Job Description Job Description Credit & Collections Specialist Location: Houston, TX 77041 Schedule: Monday–Friday | Flexible Hours Work Arrangement: Hybrid – Remote 2 days per week; in office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Credit & Collections Specialist to manage a high-volume customer portfolio valued at approximately $10–15M. This role will be responsible for collections, account reconciliations, credit management, and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external customers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a high-volume accounts receivable and collections portfolio. Conduct collection activities and follow outstanding balances through resolution. Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers. Perform account reconciliations, including ERS, unapplied cash, short-paid, and overpaid invoices. Research and resolve account discrepancies and escalare issues when appropriate. Review credit reports and financial information to assess customer creditworthiness. Recommend credit limits, credit increases, or credit holds based on account information and established guidelines. Conduct customer meetings and communicate professionally regarding account status and payment expectations. Follow issues through to conclusion while maintaining accurate account records. Utilize Excel to analyze account information, research discrepancies, and track collections activity. Required Qualifications 4-year degree or 5+ years of credit and collections experience. Strong collections experience, preferably managing a high-volume portfolio. Strong intermediate Excel skills, including: * VLOOKUP Pivot Tables Formulas Experience performing account reconciliations. Basic understanding of credit reports, including D&B/DNB reports and financial statements. Comfortable reviewing credit information and making credit recommendations. Strong communication, organization, prioritization, and multitasking skills. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Strong problem-solving and follow-through skills. Preferred Experience SAP HighRadius Salesforce Ariba OpenInvoice iSupplier Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate has a strong background in credit and collections , is highly proficient in Excel, and has experience managing a significant customer portfolio. They should be comfortable making credit recommendations, resolving reconciliation issues, communicating with customers, and working independently in a hybrid environment. Company Description Professional Alternatives is a leading staffing firm specializing in all levels of corporate administrative and professional support, as well as executive placement. Starting in 1998, the Professional Search Group has a successful track record of providing local and national staffing-related support to a multitude of industries. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with each client and candidate, and our hands-on approach allows us to make the best long-term match for both. Company Description Professional Alternatives is a leading staffing firm specializing in all levels of corporate administrative and professional support, as well as executive placement. Starting in 1998, the Professional Search Group has a successful track record of providing local and national staffing-related support to a multitude of industries. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with each client and candidate, and our hands‑on approach allows us to make the best long-term match for both. #J-18808-Ljbffr