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Allegion

Security hardware and access control systems

Credit & Collections Analyst

Accounts Payable/ReceivablePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeRemote in USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, or another Business degree is required; equivalent work experience may be accepted as an alternative.
  • At least 2 years of experience is required.
  • Must be able to interact with and build relationships with team personnel, sales representatives, commercial offices, plants, and customers.
  • Must be able to negotiate and effectively communicate judgment decisions.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
  • Must be detail-oriented and organized.
  • PC literacy, including Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Prioritize work to achieve or exceed stated collection metrics.
  • Use available collection software tools to execute strategies and initiatives that improve receivables delinquency and contribute to a lower days sales outstanding (DSO).
  • Respond accurately and promptly to customer inquiries, questions, documentation issues, billing errors, payment application errors, disputes, program changes, and new sale requests and opportunities.
  • Proactively contact customers about collecting past-due receivables.
  • Handle incoming calls from sales offices and customers on a variety of items.
  • Develop and maintain business relationships with customers, including contractors and owners, and Sales Office personnel.
  • Monitor the assigned portfolio to mitigate loss exposure by ensuring each customer complies with its approved program; recommend program changes, correct or escalate exceptions, and prepare and recommend over-line approval requests.
  • Reconcile accounts and identify and tag disputed items within assigned portfolios; track disputes and ensure their timely resolution.
  • Follow up to ensure operating and action conditions on approved credit files are completed within established time frames.
  • Compile information necessary to complete reporting accurately and on time.
  • Follow up on legal documentation required for customer accounts.
  • Manage risk for accounts and projects within the assigned level of authority after training is completed.
  • Complete lien waivers as required to obtain customer payment.
  • Run credit reports and request credit references as needed.
  • Decide whether to hold or release orders based on credit-line exposures and risk determinations.
  • Create workout plans for financially distressed customers to mitigate loss exposure to Allegion.
  • Maintain open communication and working relationships with the manager and teammates to support Credit Americas goals and objectives.
  • Perform other related functions and projects as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Strong customer service and general office experience is preferred.
  • Related work experience in risk analysis and receivables collection is a plus.
  • Spanish-speaking ability is a plus.
  • Knowledge of risk mitigation tools, including collateral and the bond and lien process, is a plus.

About the Company

Allegion

Security hardware and access control systems

Allegion provides security solutions for doors and nearby areas worldwide, serving homes, businesses, schools, and other organizations. Its products include mechanical locks that physically secure entries, electronic access control systems that grant entry via credentials or codes, and biometric scanners that verify identity. The company differentiates itself with a broad global portfolio, multiple layered security technologies, strong partnerships, and a commitment to ESG principles. Its goal is to help people move safely and smoothly through spaces by delivering reliable security solutions and ongoing support.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1908

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