Credit Manager at Evening Post Publishing

POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position manages receivables from advertising accounts according to EPPNG guidelines to maximize sales with manageable risk for all EPPNG publications. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage receivables to achieve and exceed delinquency goals established by the company Manage bad debt reserve according to established guidelines. Minimize losses on customers who file bankruptcy. Provide customer service in-person by phone and email. Work with outside collection agency submitting accounts and necessary records for them to collect the past due account. Oversee collection activity with all outside collection agencies. Review and process new customer applications to establish appropriate credit terms. Lead monthly AR meetings with sales managers and sales reps. Train sales staff on the accounts receivable management process Assist salespeople with customer account issues. Provide reports and documentation to support sales. Process credit card payments as needed. Assist all EPPNG sites concerning advertising billing reporting and payment issues. Ensure that the Credit Dept. complies with all laws related to daily activities. Perform other duties as requested by management Requirements minimum education level and experience: Minimum of an Associates degree in Business/Accounting; bachelors degree preferredThree or more years of experience in sales accounting accounts receivable billing and related customer servicesPrior credit and collection experienceMust be able to pass background and credit check Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Strong attention to detail Ability to work well with others in a fast paced environment and be highly self-motivatedExcellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent problem solving critical thinking customer service and interpersonal skills Knowledge of automated billing accounts receivable database reporting contract management rates management and general ledger configuration/impact. and set up Familiarity of billing/receivable software programs such as Brainworks Ad Perks NetSuite and AdPoint helpfulStrong MS Office skills with advanced Excel skills Physical Requirement Work Environment and Travel: Regularly required to sit for long periods of time; close eye work on computer screen; required to stand walk reach with hands and arms bend and stoop; light to moderate lifting 15-20 pounds. The worker is subject to inside office environmental conditions which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Some travel may be required. Key Skills EAM,Food Technology,AC Maintenance,Corrosion,Arabic Cuisine Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1