Senior Analyst, Accounts Receivable - Credit and Collections

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Senior Analyst – Accounts Receivable, Credit and Collections you will play a key role within the North America Credit Operations team, reporting to the North America Manager and working alongside a team of specialists focused on both Collections and Credit. In this position you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of Canadian customers, conducting financial reviews to establish credit limits, and approving order releases. Success in this role depends on effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless order-to-cash process and adherence to best practices, policies, and controls.

This is an onsite role in Racine, WI.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform credit and financial analysis on customers within portfolio.

• Lead financial meetings with customers to complete a risk assessment. 

• Develop direct customer contacts and knowledge of customer operations to be able to establish risk category credit limit and release orders for assigned accounts.

• Develop and maintain knowledge and understanding of the legal aspects of credit management, collections, cash flow management and bankruptcy laws.

• Understand the order-to-cash cycle. Perform root cause analysis on issues and participate actively in the resolution of same. 

• Participate in trade credit groups throughout the year. Develop relationships with our peers in the industry for the purpose of exchanging information on common customers and learning about our profession. 

• Provide escalation collection assistance to NA Credit & Collection Sr. Specialist/Specialist.

• Special projects as directed by the NA Credit & Collection Manager.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Minimum of 4 years experience in an Accounts Receivable or Credit role.

• Bachelor Science/Bachelor Arts in Finance/Accounting required.

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong analytical capabilities in Excel.

• Strong ability and proven success to decipher financial statements and identify issues and problems that would affect a customer’s ability to pay invoices.

• Able to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience with SAP A/R and Credit Management.

• Results-focused, w/record of issue identification & ability to influence & deliver results.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver on multiple deadlines.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to adapt styles across organizational levels. 

• Qualified candidates may have the opportunity to advance within SCJ’s Accounts Receivable department or rotate to other NA Shared Service Center or Finance positions within the organization. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

•  Full time position with core hours from 9am to 3pm CST.

•  Office work environment: Remote work available once a week for eligible employees.

• Occasional travel to customers or credit conferences/groups (1-3 times/year).

• This role is not eligible for domestic relocation.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

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