POSITION SNAPSHOT JobReq ID: 53418 Type of work: Hybrid Type of contract: Fixed term/temporary Full/Part Time: Full time Location: GB-GB03, GB Position Description Job Purpose We are looking for a Credit & Collections Analyst reporting directly to the Credit Manager. This is a Regional role, based in Warwick. This role is offered on a Fixed Term basis to cover a period of maternity leave. This varied and challenging role is responsible for managing the credit risk for a portfolio of UK and Ireland customer accounts. It requires the ability to make credit recommendations through regular and rigorous assessment, to work independently as well as collaboratively and to proactively ensure payments are received in line with agreed settlement terms. Responsibilities: Assessment of new customer applications and initiate account set up Risk analysis via credit agencies and review of company financials, communicating recommendations to the Credit Manager and reasons behind the decision making Manage changes to customer master data Proactive analysis and management of credit limits in line with changes to purchase patterns and payment behaviour Minimise the risk of bad and doubtful debts through credit management best practices Proactive cash collection, contacting customers primarily by telephone Control and manage past due levels, ensuring late payment is forthcoming Investigate and monitor disputed invoices, communicating the outcome to the customer Regular aged debt reporting Ensure customer account reconciliations are completed and accurate Develop, maintain and improve relationships with internal and external customers Accompany Credit/Sales Manager to customers premises where required Provide timely and accurate Credit reporting to relevant audience Achieve KPI’s set by Credit Manager Perform regular Accounts Receivable activities, i.e. invoicing, statements, direct debit processing, order release, accounts on stop etc. Take active part in cross functional problem solving sessions Assist with cover and support of team mates when needed due to absence. Comply with JSOX and audit requirements Perform Ad Hoc duties assigned by the Credit Manager Requirements: Languages skills: Fluent in English both written and spoken Technical Knowledge: Excel Intermediate level with experience using other Microsoft Office products. Previous experience of SAP. Soft Skills: Individual; agility, analytical thinking, taking initiative, resilience, proactive, positive attitude Task; problem solving, organization and planning, eye for detail, high standards when it comes to quality, result orientated., Social; teamwork, effective communication, social skills, customer focus, negotiation & influencing skills. Management; ownership MORE INFORMATION All applications will be reviewed. Our Recruitment team will contact the suitable applicants for the next step of the recruitment process. We are looking forward to hearing from you DISCLAIMER Diversity and inclusion are a central part of Bridgestone EMEA’s values at the highest level. This is key for our people to show a passion for excellence for improving society connected to the world in which we live. Our commitment to diversity, is linked to our founders mission of ‘Serving Society with Superior Quality’, which is essential in shaping and creating the organization, serving all people, respectfully, connected to our business. We recognize that everyone is different and that attracting, developing and retaining our employees will create a sustainable working environment which is essential to our success. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate in particular on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.