ROSEMONT, ILPosted a month ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Culligan International

• Job overview

  The Credit Coordinator at Culligan International manages credit and collections for assigned accounts to ensure timely payments and adherence to credit policies, impacting the company's cash flow and customer relations.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves proactive collection activities, communicating with customers and sales representatives, maintaining transactional data in SAP, preparing reports, resolving billing disputes, releasing orders on credit hold, and supporting special projects.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $50,000 to $60,000 annually, with exact pay based on qualifications and location; benefits include paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

• Experience and skills

  Requires an Associate's Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience, 3-5 years in collections with integrated AR and GL systems, intermediate Excel skills, and ability to work in a multi-site environment.

• Work environment and culture

  The company values resourcefulness, customer focus, teamwork, passion, integrity, organizational skills, communication, self-awareness, and energy.

• Company information

  Culligan International is a company involved in water treatment solutions, emphasizing strong customer service and operational efficiency.

• Team overview

  The position reports to the Credit Supervisor and works closely with sales representatives and cash application specialists, indicating a collaborative team environment.

• Job location and travel

  The job is located in Rosemont, IL, with no mention of remote work or travel requirements.

• Unique job features

  The role includes backup duties for the Cash Application Specialist and requires knowledge of legal statutes in collections, distinguishing it from similar positions.

Company overview

Culligan International is a global leader in water treatment solutions, providing products and services for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. They generate revenue through the sale and rental of water softeners, filtration systems, and bottled water delivery services. Founded in 1936, Culligan has a long history of innovation in water purification and is known for its extensive dealer network, which ensures local expertise and customer service. The company is committed to sustainability and improving water quality worldwide.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in credit and collections, highlighting your ability to manage accounts receivable, reduce days sales outstanding (DSO), and maintain collection metrics as specified by Culligan International.

• Showcase your proficiency with integrated Accounts Receivable and General Ledger systems, especially any experience with SAP or similar ERP platforms, and your intermediate Excel skills to demonstrate your capability in managing transactional data and reporting.

• Apply through multiple channels including Culligan International’s corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and increase your chances of securing an interview.

• Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Culligan’s credit or finance departments; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent company financial news, asking about their experience with the credit policies, or inquiring about the team culture to build rapport.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'credit coordinator,' 'collections,' 'accounts receivable,' 'SAP,' 'DSO,' 'billing disputes,' and 'customer communication' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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