Position Summary:
Leeco Steel, a leading supplier of steel plate products across North America, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist. In this role, you will manage customer credit accounts, assess creditworthiness and help ensure smooth order processing by making informed credit decisions. You will serve as a key resource for both internal teams and external customers, maintain accurate records and support collections. The ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced environment, values accuracy and enjoys both independent work and team collaboration. This position is based out of the Lisle, IL headquarters and requires in-office attendance.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
- Set up new customer accounts and update existing customer accounts.
- Establish appropriate credit limits utilizing credit reports, credit references, and payment history.
- Determine if orders can be released when they are on credit hold.
- Respond to emails received from internal and external customers.
- Reply to credit reference requests.
- Follow up with customers weekly if the account is past due.
- Apply payments to customer accounts.
- Review short pays and discount report and make corrections if needed.
- If a customer is not tax exempt, determine appropriate action.
- Enter sales tax exemption forms into the database.
- Provide AR aging reports and invoices upon request.
- Pull documentation for audit requests.
- Train on other areas within the team-such as saving mill certifications, billing, entering POs, etc.-to assist with workflow and coverage.
- Develop relationships with Leeco Steel sales staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Prior experience in credit and collections preferred.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Effective communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and data entry skills.
- Ethical judgement and confidentiality.
- Excellent time management.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience with Microsoft GP is a plus.