Subsidary Credit Manager

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

Salary Range $85-$105k, Annually DOE

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the CFO, this position manages all credit-related and collection matters for the company and manages employees within the department; and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• • Monitor and evaluate problem and credit accounts via daily review of various customer account status reports.  Direct regional credit personnel on actions necessary to resolve or prevent credit related problems.
  • Control all collection activities for the company to include directing appropriate legal actions necessary to collect outstanding credit and bad check debts and manage preliminary notices, lien waivers, joint check agreements, and mechanics’ liens as needed.
  • Periodically review existing customer accounts to ensure appropriate line of credit guidelines have been established and directs corrective actions.
  • Identify uncollectible accounts and recommend write-offs on an annual basis.
  • Establish controls and direct credit and collections policies and procedures for the company.
  • Maintain positive relations with customers, similar industry trades, financial institutions, attorneys, and other business contacts as required.
  • Oversee the preparation of various reports for regional credit teams, operation and sales managers, and executives.
  • Partner with finance team to enhance reporting of AR data to improve visibility and collections efforts.
  • Participate in the implementation of third-party tools that may impact the AR department.
  • Review and approve all customer refunds and customer account journal entries.
  • Supervises credit staff to include, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, scheduling, training and development, discipline and terminations.
  • Establishes expectations, coaches, trains, instructs, disciplines, and offers guidance to all direct reports.
  • Conducts performance reviews for direct reports and advises on year-end performance reviews for all personnel via SuccessFactors (HRIS).
  • Makes critical hiring and firing decisions.
  • Works with HR for recruiting, selection, and onboarding of personnel.
  • Monitors and approves employee actions in EC (HRIS) in a timely manner.
  • Responsible for reviewing daily audit reports of recorded time and errors and track attendance via UKG reports.
  • Abides by all safety rules set forth by the company and governmental regulatory agencies; and ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
  • Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• • Four-year college degree in accounting, finance or other related field or equivalent experience.
  • 5 to 7 years of progressive credit experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
  • 3 to 5 years of managerial experience preferred.
  • Ability to analyze financial information for the purpose of determining credit worthiness.
  • Substantial knowledge of accounting, credit and collections practices and commercial law.
  • Ability to use and operate a PC, adding machine, copier and any other office equipment required to perform duties.
  • Ability to use financial analysis skills to evaluate credit worthiness.
  • Knowledge of a variety of software including, but not limited to, Excel, Word and SAP.
  • Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interact professionally with employees, vendors and customers.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Predictable and Regular attendance is required.
  • SAP ERP Experience is preferred.
  • Building Materials or construction industry experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• • Standing, walking, sitting, talking/listening.
  • Lifting up to 15 pounds
  • Up to 25% travel time required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• • Office environment with moderate exposure to noise
  • Occasional plant environment with exposure to moderate/loud noise, dusty, dirty.
  • Occasional travel required for regional training and auditing.
  • Outdoor weather conditions.
  • Extreme temperatures.
  • Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace