Credit and Collections Specialist - Los Angeles, CA

Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a minimum of 5 years of Accounts Receivable and Collection experience who will take full ownership of the Credit & Collections position. Applicant will be responsible for tracking and resolving outstanding payment issues and generate weekly aging reports in a timely manner. Candidate must have knowledge of general accounting principles and SOX regulations. Applicant must be proficient at MS Office (especially Excel). Prior experience with SAP and California Notary Certification a plus. The applicant should display a positive and proactive attitude, strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize and multitask and be a strong communicator.

•    Set up new customers, review credit
•    Make daily collection calls
•    Conduct account research and analysis
•    Prepare and maintain various reports
•    Send statements to customers
•    Interact with customers to resolve outstanding issues
•    Prepare collection letters, notice of intent to lien, and lien documents as required
•    Verify credit history information for new accounts
•    Recommend customer credit limits and credit status
•    Monitor customer credit worthiness and change status on customer master accordingly
•    Respond to all customer inquiries relating to credit
•    Inquire as to problems or delays with payment of delinquent invoices
•    Reconcile customer A/R accounts as needed
•    Maintain and resolve Email requests. (waivers, billing issues, short pays, references, etc)
•    Work with attorneys on collection issues

•    Setting up Lien's and Lien release experience is a plus
•    Ability to multitask
•    Ability to work effectively in a team environment
•    Ability to communicate effectively with customers and salespeople
•    Ability to take detailed direction and follow through as instructed. Ability to handle large quantity of work with minimal mistakes

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

CRH Americas is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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C.R. Laurence Co., Inc. (CRL) is an E-Verify Employer.