Credit Collections Manager

Why Belkorp Ag?

At Belkorp Ag, we’re proud to be California's Premier John Deere Dealership, recognized for our industry-leading training programs, cutting-edge dealership solutions, and strong reputation among both customers and employees. With 8 locations across the state, Belkorp Ag is the largest John Deere dealership group in California. We’re committed to investing in your growth, supporting your well-being, and driving the future of agriculture forward. Join us and grow your career with a company that’s as passionate about innovation as it is about people.

Pay Range:

• Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year, DOE

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• PTO: 3 weeks (120 hours) of paid time off in your first year.
• Medical Coverage: Zero-cost coverage for you and your family, with low-cost options available.
• Vision & Dental: Affordable plans for you and your family.
• Accident Insurance: Fully covered by the company for peace of mind.
• Life Insurance: $50,000 coverage at no cost, with options for additional coverage.
• Retirement: Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer contribution.
• Telemedicine: Virtual healthcare consultations for you, your friends, and your family.
• Pet Benefits: Pet insurance and access to virtual pet care services.
• HSA/FSA: Manage your healthcare expenses with HSA and FSA options.

Job Description

The Credit & Collections Manager will oversee the dealership’s credit and collections activities. This role will be responsible for managing credit risk, ensuring the timely collection of receivables, and supporting our sales and operations teams in achieving their business goals. The AR & Collections Supervisor will focus on maintaining low delinquency rates, evaluating customer creditworthiness, and leading collection strategies across all dealership locations.

Responsibilities

As a Credit & Collections Manager, you will:

• Oversee Collection and AR activities for all dealership locations to maintain low levels of delinquency.
• Negotiate payment arrangements with past-due customers and manage escalated collection issues.
• Establish and adjust customer credit limits in alignment with dealership policies and risk assessments.
• Conduct credit investigations and approve/decline credit applications for new and existing customers.
• Collaborate with sales, parts, and service managers to resolve disputes and support customer relationships while enforcing credit terms.
• Review, monitor, and analyze aged receivables reports; prepare and deliver regular updates to leadership.
• Recommend and initiate appropriate legal or collection actions on high-risk accounts when necessary.
• Oversee compliance with internal credit policies, UCC filings, lien processes, and relevant state/federal laws.
• Provide training, mentoring, and guidance to AR staff on collections and credit-related matters.
• Assist with reconciliations of customer accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all collection activity in the dealership’s management system.
• Support internal credit line management, including coordination of increases, rejections, and invoice resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or in a related field (may be substituted with additional relevant work experience)
• 5 years of experience in Credit and Collections, preferably in a dealership, distribution, or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of credit analysis, collections practices, and receivables management.
• Experience with UCC filings, liens, bankruptcy, and compliance with collection-related regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally while holding customers accountable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); dealership management system experience preferred.

Essential Job Functions

Physical demands include:

• Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 15 pounds
• Repetitive hand use up to 8 hours a day
• Walking or standing up to 4 hours a day
• Sitting up to 6 hours a day
• Squatting/kneeling up to .5 hours a day
• Computer/keyboard work up to 8 hours a day