What are the responsibilities and job description for the Credit Assistant position at JDH?
Description
Company Overview:
At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886 and proudly family-owned for five generations, our deep roots in the industry enable us to manage grains, co-products, animal feed, and feed ingredients effectively. With an extensive transportation network, we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia. We are committed to delivering reliability, value, and innovation, while providing a supportive and safe workplace where our team can thrive and grow.
Job Summary: Credit Assistant will provide credit support services to the Credit Analyst, including the process of credit applications in accordance with company policy and procedures, data entry, and credit inquiries.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Company Overview:
At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886 and proudly family-owned for five generations, our deep roots in the industry enable us to manage grains, co-products, animal feed, and feed ingredients effectively. With an extensive transportation network, we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia. We are committed to delivering reliability, value, and innovation, while providing a supportive and safe workplace where our team can thrive and grow.
Job Summary: Credit Assistant will provide credit support services to the Credit Analyst, including the process of credit applications in accordance with company policy and procedures, data entry, and credit inquiries.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Process all incoming company credit applications, consists of sending out and calling on bank and industry references along with compiling any information from online searches, trade organizations and credit reporting agencies.
- Setup of new accounts and update account information as needed in company computer systems
- Pulling and creating reports and be able to analyze the report data as the situation requires
- Assist with A/R updates on accounts for credit meetings
- Complete outside credit information request inquiries
- Scan and digitally file credit information
- Backup for some corporate functions along with some financial functions
- Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Associates degree or equivalent experience required
- Ability to read and understand financial statements preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Strong attention to detail
- Positive, self-motivated individual with organization, and communication skills; strong customer service commitment
- Frequent sitting, use of computer, communication via telephone
- Ability to navigate an office environment.
- Regular and predictable attendance in office or site location.
- Job may require occasional travel within the United States.