Credit/Collections Analyst

Ferguson is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing supplies, heating & cooling components, waterworks products (such as water hydrants and meters) and industrial pipe, valves and fittings in the U.S. The company operates out of over 1,000 locations in all 50 states. Ferguson's customers include plumbers, pipe fitters, manufacturers, builders, kitchen and bath dealers, municipalities, hospitals, mechanical and commercial contractors and industrial plants.
The company, which was formed in 1953, is growing through both expanding market share and strategic acquisitions. A subsidiary of Wolseley, the world's #1 building supplies, plumbing and heating equipment distributor, Ferguson sales in 2005 posted higher than $7 Billion. The company has doubled in size every five years and plans to exceed $15 Billion in sales by 2008.

Ferguson is currently seeking a Credit/Collections Analyst for our Atlanta, GA location.


JOB OBJECTIVE: To assist in the administration of the daily credit and collection management duties of the credit department within the guidelines set forth in the company credit policy manual consistent with the various approval limits assigned to each credit manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist in the daily activities of the credit & collection department, collections of assigned accounts, invoice dispute resolution, and review of accounts with sales staff and the Credit Manager. The ability to handle difficult situations in a professional manner is a must.
• Analyze requests for credit and assign credit lines in accordance with established guidelines
• Perform financial statement analysis, contact trade and references, analyze D & B, NACM and Experian reports
• Recommend and offer alternatives for margin/high risk companies.
• Maintain complete and accurate credit files and records of all accounts
• Respond to customer inquiries in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain positive relationship/communication with other departments and clients to enhance customer service and promote organic sales growth
• Maintain and preserve bond and lien rights and recommend accounts to be referred to collection agencies and/or attorney’s in a timely manner
• Meet or exceed monthly and annual goals related to Ferguson’s corporate credit policy
• Account management of 3 to 5 million in receivables
• Account Reconciliation
• Dispute Resolution
• Other duties include but not limited to:
• Daily posting of cash receipts and preparing bank deposits
• Continuing education as needed and other responsibilities incident to position


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• 3 to 5 years related experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Courteous telephone manner and ability to deal with all types of personalities
• Problem solving skills
• Organizational skills
• Excellent accounting skills
• Must be customer service and detail oriented
• Flexible and team player
• Ability to prioritize daily responsibilities and meet deadlines as mandated by corporate policy
• Experience with construction related distributor/supply a plus

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