Credit Analyst

at  Sysco Ireland

Being a part of Ireland’s largest foodservice provider means joining a team that is passionate about the world of food and dedicated to the growth and support of the industry. Here at Sysco, our wide, national network aims to serve thousands of cafes, restaurants and bars throughout the country that make up our customers.
Though we have always been a local organisation, being a part of Sysco means we retain an international focus that offers our employees the opportunities to learn, develop and pursue the career they have always wanted.
Now, we’re looking for a Credit Analyst to join our team. This role will play a key part in the overall growth of the organisation along with helping to maintain our core ethos here at Sysco - connecting the world through food and taking care of one another.

SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for a Credit Analyst to join our Credit Control Department based in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick.
As a credit analyst, you will manage the credit risk and opportunity for the company and liaise with various departments within the business whilst reporting directly to the assistant credit manager. This will involve making credit line decisions and acting as direct point of contact with our area sales managers. You will monitor closely the ledger risk performance, collate and populate reports/ analysis as well as promote a sound working environment with your peers.
Using a professional and proactive attitude, you will control new account applications with clear and concise guidance and support, encouraging productivity and ensuring that targets and deadlines are met. You will also produce and analyse potential customer risk banding reports and identify key issues requiring strong analytical and numerical skills. You will work closely with front of office departments including sales and pricing teams. An ability to build strong working relationships is a must.
To be considered, you must have previous experience in an accounts department. Experience in a credit environment within the food services sector would be advantageous but is not essential. More essential is your excellent understanding of filed accounts, C.R.O documentation and legal scenarios. Knowledge of SOX compliance would also be advantageous. Experience or an ability to demonstrate your understanding of AR would again be advantageous.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 2 years credit/accounts experience
Relevant qualification an advantage
Excellent communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong negotiation skills essential
A high proficiency in excel is essential for this role, experience of Microsoft Dynamics 365 AX an advantage
Full class B drivers licence and flexibility to travel
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business.
Sysco is an equal opportunity employer

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure credit decisions and collections are maintained to the highest standard
Agree customer credit terms and limits based on detailed credit reviews
Maintain the legal/debt collector profile
Manage internal queries from the sales team and complete the relevant escalation where relevant
Liaise with the credit control team on credit term reviews, repayment plan requests, legal cases
Represent the company on appropriate industry bodies and official meetings as required
Work with minimum supervision on customer set up and management of legal cases
Use own initiative to achieve targets while promoting customer centricity
Liaise with Sales Force and Area managers when necessary to ensure timely collection of outstanding debt
Resolve disputed accounts and negotiate to bring payments into line with terms
Ensure Credit Management policies and procedures are adhered to
Train new employee’s on the department SOPs & KPIs
Weekly/Monthly Reporting identifying individual measurement and performance statistics
Other Ad Hoc Duties as assigned by Credit Management Team

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

Agreeing and reviewing customer credit terms and credit limits
Maintaining the legal portfolio
Maintaining a high level of performance in conjunction with company KPIs
Reviewing repayment plans
Handling customer queries
Ensuring that all customer records are properly maintained
Ensuring SOX compliance is adhered at all times