at Central Garden & Pet Company in Boise, Idaho, United States
Job Description
Description
Work From Home position available in the Boise, ID area! If you have high energy, are metric driven and want to fill a key role with our Invoice to Cash (ITC) team, keep reading! Central Garden & Pet is searching for a Credit Specialist who will execute processes, policies and solutions to support the Credit processing function of the Shared Services Center. Full time employees enjoy excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long term disability, free life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Investigates credit risks and follows guidelines for granting credit to customers
Recommends new lines of credit and/or the extension of credit limits
Negotiates collection arrangements for overdue account balances
Handles all levels of accounts from small to more complex and larger accounts
Compiles credit data following established company policies and guidelines
Performs initial customer setup including reviewing application, bank and credit references, D&B reports, and financial statements
Analyzes credit data and financial statements to determine degree of risk
Works within deadlines while ensuring accurate policies and procedures are being adhered to
Recommends authorizing or disapproving extensions of credit and adjustments to manager
Routinely reviews customer credit worthiness and evaluates current credit limits
Maintains customer files and makes sure that necessary documentation is received and filed
Builds and maintains customer relationships
Additional duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
3-5 years of high-volume corporate credit granting and risk management experience, preferred.
Experience in negotiations, customer service and effective delivery of services
Knowledge of credit procedures
Experience working with enterprise systems such as SAP, Oracle, etc.
Experience working with large customer base and in resolving disputes
Understanding of internal controls including SOX requirements for ITC
Consumer Products experience, preferred
Experience in shared service environment, preferred
Knowledgeable with SAP, preferred
Ability to partner with Shared Service Center management and provide input into process improvement as well as effective execution and change management within the team
Works well in an environment with firm deadlines; results oriented
Ability to work in a heavily metric driven organization
Strong customer service and communication skills
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail, goal oriented
Possess process improvement mindset with a desire to consistently look for ways to improve efficiency and service
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Perform multiple tasks effectively
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Candidate should have the highest integrity and character and possess finance experience and business sense.
Must be able to follow process and collaborate cross-functionally and with 3rd party vendors
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
Must be based out of Boise, ID area
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free Life and Disability Insurance
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Access to thousands of free online courses
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
Referral Program with cash bonus
Access to on-demand pay
Paid parental leave
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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