Credit & Collections Analyst

A Hybrid Schedule will be granted after an initial successful 60-day onboarding period

Primary Objective : The Credit & Collections Analyst enforces the company's credit, collection, and billing policies and procedures by strategically working with the location sales and operation teams to grow sales, manage risk and provide an excellent customer experience.

Areas of Accountability :

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

• Owning the IAS credit policy and working with all IAS locations to train and administer the policy.
• Manage IAS accounts receivable risk directly and through location and business units' staff.
• Ownership of credit applications by evaluating potential customers' creditworthiness through references, credit reports and other pertinent information to authorize new customers within company guidelines.
• Effectively own and manage accounts receivable collections including legal processes.
• Work with sales teams and customers to provide financing alternatives within risk tolerance.
• Oversee customer invoicing for accuracy, completeness, and identification of training needs.
• Review credit memos for accuracy, timeliness, and appropriate approvals.
• Be a systems expert and process improvement leader for areas of responsibility.
• Execute various AR procedures including applying finance charges, month end reconciliations, creating and reviewing customer statements, and various other tasks.
• All other responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

• BA in Accounting or associate degree with 2-5 years' experience preferred. Industry experience a plus.
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset who displays the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with employees of varying skill sets.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
• Ability to multitask with sound judgment, problem solving and research skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Excel and Word

Physical Requirements / Environmental Adaptability :

• Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or, on occasion, carry objects up to twenty pounds. Also, flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and / or legs. Tasks may involve repetitive motion.
• Agricultural Environment - Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.

Skills & Requirements Qualifications

Innovative Ag Services is built on its purpose statement : Growing Relationships to Maximize Success! We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and markets. Our 30 locations are conveniently located throughout northeast & central Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Grow with us!

Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings.