Eastman
Responsibilities
Assess the credit worthiness of public and privately held companies through financial analysis, market data and other available information
Partner with financial and commercial teams to understand and optimize reward/risk tradeoffs in counterparty relationships to drive decisions aligned with Eastman’s risk philosophy
Recommend and approve credit limits based on credit risk profile
Leverage data, automation, and emerging technologies to streamline credit processes, improve risk assessments, and drive value-added insights
Build and maintain relationships with counterparties to support credit risk analysis and credit negotiations
Prepare and present credit information and insights to business leaders during monthly commercial meetings to support strategic decisions
Advise business leaders on strategies for managing high credit risk customers
Establish and monitor credit limits and payment terms based on customer risk profiles
Develop and execute effective collection strategies for select, strategic customers to optimize cash flow and reduce credit risk
Analyze customer payment patterns to identify areas for improvement
Participate in other special projects as needed
Track and stay abreast of market changes related to counterparty, industry and/or country developments that may impact counterparty’s creditworthiness
Functional Skills and Capabilities
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills, with the ability to maintain professional relationships with customers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Solid business acumen, particularly with financial literacy, market awareness and strategic thinking
Strong understanding of accounting principles to conduct in-depth financial statement analysis.
Demonstrated ability to consider impact of decisions on other aspects of the business
Practical understanding of working capital management
Able to learn quickly when facing new situations
Excellent time management skills, able to prioritize tasks effectively and manage multiple requests to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of applications
Education
Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Supply Chain preferred
Experience
3+ years of experience in business or corporate setting required
Experience analyzing financial statements is preferred
Prior experience in credit analysis or collections is preferred
Prior experience with bankruptcy or UCC filings is preferred
Experience preparing presentations and communications to senior leaders preferred
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Nearest Major Market:
Asheville
Nearest Secondary Market:
Knoxville
Job Segment:
Credit Analyst, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Application Developer, Supply, Finance, Operations, Technology
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Assess the credit worthiness of public and privately held companies through financial analysis, market data and other available information
Partner with financial and commercial teams to understand and optimize reward/risk tradeoffs in counterparty relationships to drive decisions aligned with Eastman’s risk philosophy
Recommend and approve credit limits based on credit risk profile
Leverage data, automation, and emerging technologies to streamline credit processes, improve risk assessments, and drive value-added insights
Build and maintain relationships with counterparties to support credit risk analysis and credit negotiations
Prepare and present credit information and insights to business leaders during monthly commercial meetings to support strategic decisions
Advise business leaders on strategies for managing high credit risk customers
Establish and monitor credit limits and payment terms based on customer risk profiles
Develop and execute effective collection strategies for select, strategic customers to optimize cash flow and reduce credit risk
Analyze customer payment patterns to identify areas for improvement
Participate in other special projects as needed
Track and stay abreast of market changes related to counterparty, industry and/or country developments that may impact counterparty’s creditworthiness
Functional Skills and Capabilities
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills, with the ability to maintain professional relationships with customers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Solid business acumen, particularly with financial literacy, market awareness and strategic thinking
Strong understanding of accounting principles to conduct in-depth financial statement analysis.
Demonstrated ability to consider impact of decisions on other aspects of the business
Practical understanding of working capital management
Able to learn quickly when facing new situations
Excellent time management skills, able to prioritize tasks effectively and manage multiple requests to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of applications
Education
Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Supply Chain preferred
Experience
3+ years of experience in business or corporate setting required
Experience analyzing financial statements is preferred
Prior experience in credit analysis or collections is preferred
Prior experience with bankruptcy or UCC filings is preferred
Experience preparing presentations and communications to senior leaders preferred
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Nearest Major Market:
Asheville
Nearest Secondary Market:
Knoxville
Job Segment:
Credit Analyst, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Application Developer, Supply, Finance, Operations, Technology
#J-18808-Ljbffr