Sr Analyst, Accounts Receivable/Credit & Collections

Scj - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Seattle, WA

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Sr. Analyst position at SC Johnson is responsible for managing a portfolio of US customers, primarily in the Western region. This role involves performing credit and financial analyses, establishing credit limits, and collaborating with various cross-functional teams to ensure an efficient order-to-cash process. The position requires strong technical skills, knowledge of financial statements, and the ability to resolve issues effectively. The role reports to the NA Manager, AR/Credit & Collections and is part of a dedicated team focused on collections and credit management.

Responsibilities

• Perform credit and financial analyses on customers within portfolio.
• Lead financial meetings with customers to complete a risk assessment.
• Develop direct customer contacts and knowledge of customer operations to establish risk category credit limits and release orders for assigned accounts.
• Develop and maintain knowledge 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 their resolution.
• Participate in trade credit groups throughout the year.
• Develop relationships with peers in the industry for information exchange on common customers.
• Provide escalation collection assistance to NA Credit & Collection Sr. Specialist/Specialist.
• Engage in special projects as directed by the NA Credit & Collection Manager.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in an Accounts Receivable or Credit role.
• BS/BA in Finance/Accounting required.
• Proven success in deciphering financial statements and identifying issues affecting a customer's ability to pay invoices.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice-to-haves

• Able to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with SAP A/R and Credit Management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong analytical capabilities in Excel.
• Results-focused with a record of issue identification and ability to influence and deliver results.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver on multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt styles across organizational levels.
• Experience in script writing, RPA, and other automation tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Subsidized health care plans
• Maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Vacation purchase options
• Recreation and fitness centers
• Childcare support
• Counseling services
• Bonuses and long-term incentives
• Matching 401(k) contributions
• Profit sharing based on company profitability, job level, and years of service.