Lead Credit & Collections Specialist
Employer · ThermoFisher Scientific
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Finance clerkDaytimeFull-timeBudapest
Join our Finance team as a Lead Credit & Collections Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to managing credit exposure and collections for our organization. You'll analyze customer portfolios, conduct risk assessments, and implement process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals. Working with analytical tools and multiple ERP systems, you'll manage customer accounts, conduct financial analyses, and implement credit policies to optimize cash flow and minimize risk.
Tasks
- Manage credit exposure and collections for the organization
- Analyze customer portfolios and conduct risk assessments
- Implement process improvements and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Work with analytical tools and multiple ERP systems
- Manage customer accounts and conduct financial analyses
- Implement credit policies to optimize cash flow and minimize risk
- Serve as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to team members
- Maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
Requirements
- Advanced Degree with no prior experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in credit analysis, collections, or related finance role
- Preferred Fields of Study: Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- Advanced university coursework or equivalent professional certifications preferred
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with credit management tools (Cforia, GetPaid) preferred
- B2 English proficiency with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Experience in shared services environment preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage customer portfolios and resolve escalations
- Comprehensive knowledge of credit control policies and procedures
- Effective negotiation and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks
- Detail-oriented with high accuracy in financial analysis and reporting
- Experience with process improvement methodologies
- Demonstrated success in meeting collection targets and KPIs
- Customer-centric mindset with professional demeanor
- Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions
- Commitment to continuous learning and process optimization