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Inline Plastics

Credit and Collection Specialist

Inline Plastics, Shelton, Connecticut, us, 06484

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Overview

The Credit & Collection Specialist is responsible for managing the credit and collection processes within an organization to ensure timely payments and reduce the risk of bad debts. This role involves tracking outstanding balances and following up on overdue payments. The specialist collaborates with customers and internal teams to resolve payment disputes, provides regular reports on the status of collections, and ensures compliance with company policies and regulations. Responsibilities

Conduct reference checks, running D&B reports, and obtaining financial statements as needed. Prepare applications for review by the CFO, ensuring all necessary information is complete and accurate for evaluation. Responsible for issuing invoices and ensuring they are sent to customers in a timely manner, while confirming receipt to guarantee smooth and efficient payment processing Responsible for collecting all outstanding balances. Stay proactive in sending collection emails, follow-ups, and customer statements to prevent invoices from becoming overdue and ensure timely payments. Ensure that cash is applied accurately and promptly to maintain proper account records and support timely financial reporting. Release orders within the customer’s credit limit without management review; orders exceeding the limit require management approval. Perform chargeback database entries by accurately recording chargeback details, such as amounts, reasons, and customer information, for CX Team use. This ensures up-to-date records for issuing credits or collecting deductions efficiently. Ensure accurate posting of invoices, cash applications, and aging reports to maintain precise financial records and support accurate financial reporting. Reconcile general ledger accounts related to accounts receivable by verifying that all transactions, including invoices, payments, and adjustments, are accurately recorded and aligned with the AR sub-ledger to ensure financial accuracy and integrity. Responsible for providing necessary information and documentation to support the audit process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with audit requirements. Safety

Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements. Report to supervisor of conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards. Product Safety and Quality

Follows Product Safety and Quality standards. Follows GMPs in regard to food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee. Follows IPC product defense standards and complies with all SQF requirements. Minimum Requirements

4-year Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. 3 years of experience in credit and collections, accounts receivable, or a related field. Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (for managing financial data, reports, and collections metrics). Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Other Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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