What are the responsibilities and job description for the Credit & Collections Analyst position at Style Crest Enterprises Inc?
Location: Onsite in Fremont, Ohio
Schedule: Part-time with flexible hours (to be determined based on business needs)
Style Crest is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Credit & Collections Analyst to join our team on a part-time basis. In this role, you will support the management of assigned customer accounts while adhering to the company’s credit and collection policies, practices, and procedures. In this position, you will assist with reviewing existing accounts, maintaining credit lines within established authority limits, and supporting timely order releases to help minimize financial risk.
This position offers exposure to credit analysis, accounts receivable support, and customer account management in a collaborative environment. Your analytical and organizational skills will contribute to effective internal controls, strong customer relationships, and a high level of customer service. This role is well suited for an entry-level professional or early-career candidate interested in developing experience within credit and finance operations. While the position includes interaction with past-due accounts, it is not a high-volume or call-center collections role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the administration and monitoring of customer accounts, including credit limits, order holds, billing inquiries, and past-due invoices.
- Review account activity and assist with analyzing delinquency trends within an assigned customer portfolio.
- Communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders (Sales, Customer Service, Accounting) to resolve account-related questions and support timely order processing.
- Assist with reviewing credit information such as credit reports, trade references, and basic financial data to support credit decisions.
- Review and release sales orders on an exception basis, escalating items as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate documentation and support internal credit and accounts receivable controls.
- Participate in process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives within the Credit & Collections function.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting support, finance, customer account management, or a related business role.
- Exposure to credit or collections activities is helpful but not required.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze account and financial information.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently with limited supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Experience with ERP systems is a plus; Epicor (P21) experience is preferred but not required.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.
This position is on-site in Fremont, Ohio. This is a part-time role with flexible scheduling, determined in coordination with departmental needs.