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Robert Half Credit Analyst in Oak Brook, Illinois
Description
Senior Credit Analyst
Location: Oak Brook - onsite with flex time and 10 days per year for remote
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Are you a data-driven Credit professional who thrives in a high-volume, high-impact environment? This is an onsite role designed for someone who values face-to-face collaboration and is looking for a clear path toward growth and advancement. [1, 2]
We are specifically seeking individuals with a background in mid-size to large revenue companies who understand the complexities of sophisticated credit portfolios and corporate financial structures.
The Role
As a Senior Credit Analyst, you will play a pivotal part in managing accounts receivable while ensuring the timely resolution of payment issues. You will be a key consultant to our sales and management teams, balancing risk mitigation with business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Portfolio Management: Monitor daily aging reports to prioritize and address delinquent accounts, ensuring aggressive collection targets are consistently met.
Strategic Credit Review: Analyze customer financial standing, market presence, and credit risk to provide high-level recommendations for credit limits and terms.
Dispute Resolution: Reconcile past-due balances and collaborate with sales and customers to resolve complex billing disputes.
Process Improvement: Conduct root-cause analysis to reduce billing exceptions and identify trends that impact cash flow.
Approvals & Compliance: Review credit holds and approve order releases in strict alignment with company policy; identify and recommend bad debt write-offs for managerial approval.
Reporting: Generate monthly and ad-hoc reports to provide leadership with insights into collection trends and portfolio health. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Requirements:
Experience: Credit/Collections experience, specifically within a mid-market or enterprise-level company (high revenue volume).
Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to interpret financial statements and market data to assess risk.
Communication: Proven track record of building positive relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) and advanced Excel.
Proactive Mindset: A self-starter who identifies issues before they become problems and is motivated by professional advancement. [1, 2, 3]
Benefits include insurance, 401K, vacation and holiday pay
Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in credit analysis or a related field.
• Proficiency in commercial credit and collections processes.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve disputes professionally.
• Advanced analytical abilities to interpret data and identify trends.
• Familiarity with credit applications and account reconciliation.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to develop detailed reports and present actionable recommendations.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve processes and resolve issues.
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