What are the responsibilities and job description for the Credit Risk Analyst position at Sammons Warehouse Solutions?
Businesses: Briggs Equipment, Briggs Earth & Ag, Briggs Truck & Rail, Briggs Warehouse Solutions
Mission Statement: Keep business moving by being proactive, accessible, knowledgeable and above all else safe.
Value Proposition: We are an ESOP-owned company with a customer-first focus. Our solutions experts help keep your business moving by being proactive, accessible, knowledgeable and safe.
Values: Balance, Respect, Integrity, Growth, Grit, Safety
Competitive benefits:
- 401(k)
- Educational Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Hands On and Virtual Training
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Profit Sharing
Simply stated, Briggs team members strive to do the right thing by exceeding the expectations of each other, our customers and our community.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Credit Risk Analyst is responsible for performing a variety of tasks including reviewing credit applications, setting up new accounts, approving equipment orders, and performing annual credit risk reviews with a high level of confidence in accordance with company / department procedures. Ensures all Briggs Industrial Solutions standards are adhered to and executed consistent with company direction.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Analyze, identify and develop internal procedures and process improvements by recommending solutions and assisting with execution
2. Perform annual audits on customer credit limits and maintain the records from year to year
3. Audit Accounts Receivable (AR) Portfolio credit limit vs AR balance in accordance with Collection Department policies and procedures while ensuring service level agreement times are met
4. Establish and maintain an excellent relationship with Briggs Industrial Solutions external and internal customers
5. Actively participate in team policy and procedure development through collaboration with leadership
6. Record and maintain reporting information about financial status of customers and status of collection efforts
7. Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Knowledge & Competencies:
• Excellent Customer Service, including excellent phone etiquette, and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge and understanding of accounting terms and function(s)
• Ability to identify payment trends and make recommendations for resolution of account
• Must be able to exhibit professionalism during stressful situations
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment in order to achieve goals within established time frames
• Ability to coach collection team members on best practices for collections and dispute resolution
Previous Experience/Education:
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred or equivalent work experience in commercial collections
• 5 years’ experience with $1M portfolios preferred
• Intermediate experience with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Experience with Dun & Bradstreet reporting preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
• Frequent use of hands to manipulate the keyboard, telephone, files and other equipment