Credit & Collection Specialist
Bedford, MA 
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Overview

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Position Summary:

Primary responsibility is timely collection of company receivables. Assesses the credit worthiness of existing customers to ensure establishment of appropriate credit limits and terms. Works closely with other members of the Finance Department to consistently seek ways to improve the company's cash flow.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities:

  • Collection of an assigned portfolio of accounts: Customer calls, e-Mails, letters and in person visits will be required to ensure timely collection of receivables.
  • Assesses existing credit lines to ensure that lines are consistent with customer payment habits.
  • Reviews customer balance sheet and income statements as necessary to recommend credit line changes to the Senior Credit and Collection Analyst.
  • Works closely with Customer Service to ensure timely resolution of customer issues.
  • Proactively reviews procedures and provides management with process improvement opportunities.
  • Other duties as assigned e.g. cash posting, monthly reporting, ordering of supplies, etc.

Budget managed (if applicable): N/A

Internal Networking/Key Relationships:

  • To be determined based on department needs

Skills & Capabilities:

  • Familiarity with spreadsheet analysis, Windows environments and mainframe or platform-based software
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proactive, problem solving approach
Qualifications

Min Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

  • Bachelor's degree preferably in finance related area or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 1-year experience in the Credit/Collections field

International Mobility Required: no

Travel Requirements:

  • <5% of time

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com

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Werfen is an Equal Employment Opportunity company, committed to selecting, promoting, and compensating individuals regardless of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, or qualifiable disability.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1+ years
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