Credit Specialist

CITY/STATE: Sacramento, CA 95668POSITION TYPE: Full Time, EmployeeJOB CATEGORY: Accounting/Finance/InsuranceSALARY: 15.00 - 16.00 USD /hour REFERENCE CODE: 295202SS Credit Specialist     The Credit Specialist will maximize collection of accounts receivable while maintaining customer goodwill by performing the following duties.Job Responsibilities: Reviews aging reports on accounts receivable to determine appropriate collection efforts. Receives detailed information stored in computer regarding outstanding invoices and credits.  Reconciles customer accounts.  I nvestigates and resolves short payments and disputed charges. Creates extended payment contracts as approved by Credit Manager. Handles all small claims proceedings including filing and follow up. Seeks input from other departments when necessary. Discusses initial customers contact strategy with supervisor based on retrieved facts. Initiates written and phone communication with internal and external parties. Explains terms and provisions on both open accounts and contracts. Advises supervisor of additional action required (i.e., legal small claims) on a case specific basis. Collects delinquent accounts. Evaluates customer records and makes recommendations on customer accounts by viewing for extending credit limit, pursuing other collection actions based on payment history and purchase activity of customer or confers with representatives of credit associations and other businesses to exchange information concerning credit ratings and forwarding addresses.Requirements: 2-3 years experience in a credit or collections role Excellent written and oral communication skillsAbout Ledgent Ledgent is a full service accounting and finance placement firm offering temporary, temporary-to-hire and direct hire staffing services. We are dedicated to making life better for the people we serve. For our staffing associates, this means providing you with a unique combination of benefits, career resources and training. From the moment you step into a Ledgent branch office to your first assignment and beyond, your Ledgent Team is there for you, every step of the way. Consisting of friendly staffing professionals who take the time to get to know you, we are expert at matching the right job with your unique personality, skills, and expectations.Apply now to be considered for this position and to make an appointment today or visit our Website www.ledgent.com for other available positions.   COMPANY NAME:Ledgent