Accounts Receivable Credit Specialist with Polish language - Bratislava, Slovakia

Accounts Receivable Credit Specialist with Polish language

Purpose of the role:

1.          Ensure the financial stability of the company by evaluating the creditworthiness of customers, reviewing and managing credit limits, minimizing financial risks associated with accounts receivable.

2.         Acts as a critical link between the company and external entities, maintaining strong financial relationships and ensuring timely payments.

Responsibilities:

• Process credit applications, contact bank and trade references for potential customers.

• Conduct credit investigations with an emphasis on financial statement analysis to recommend or establish credit lines and approve payment terms for new and existing accounts.

• Review accounts regularly per company policies to maintain adequate credit limits for assigned accounts. Collaborate with Sales teams to identify client needs.

• Review incoming account maintenance requests with high accuracy in a timely manner.

• Maintain and review A/R to limit risk and keep management informed of any unstable credit conditions.

• Regularly review incoming orders for release following internal guidelines and procedures.

• Notify Collections, Management, Sales, and/or Customers of credit hold status or potential risks.

• Communicate with Sales, Finance, and Operations to resolve business matters and discuss the status of customer accounts, keeping the Sales Organization and Management informed of any escalated actions on delinquent, disputed, or over-credit line accounts.

• Serve as the first point of contact for the legal department and third-party collection agencies.

• Recommend accounts for collection or legal action when appropriate.

• Monitor and set up approved financial plans for customers and communicate with Customer, Sales, and Customer Service in case of any processing issues, such as declines or billing discrepancies.

• Perform any ad hoc requirements in line with manager instructions within the scope of the position defined above and beyond.

Requirements:

Proficiency in English (C1) and Polish (C2 – fluent); knowledge of additional languages is a plus

University  diploma or Bachelor’s degree

Ability to work US hours: Mon-Fri, 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm, with occasional shifts (60% hourly premium for working hours after 6:00 pm)

Experience in Accounts Receivable and familiarity with accounting practices related to Accounts Receivable processing is advantageous

Proficiency in Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to meet deadlines

Motivated self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask