• Credit Analyst II

    Aston Carter (Deerfield, IL)


    Title: Credit Analyst II

     

    Hybrid

    Job Description

    The Credit Analyst II is entrusted with performing complex credit analysis and assessing creditworthiness for a diverse range of customers. You will be instrumental in developing, maintaining, and implementing credit policies and procedures aimed at minimizing credit risks. Your role will support cross-functional initiatives with an emphasis on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

    Must Have Skills

    + High School diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree is a plus.

    + 3+ years of experience as a financial analyst or in a credit role is preferred.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

    + Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.

    + Experience with SAP/S4, Salesforce, and Oracle is preferred.

    Responsibilities

    + Actively manage and control delinquent accounts to mitigate risk and reduce bad debt losses.

    + Analyze and report on the creditworthiness of customers and financial counterparties using credit applications, credit reports, and financial statements.

    + Monitor customer activities and recommend adjustments to credit levels and limits as necessary.

    + Request credit documentation from customers, including parental guarantees, and investigate order holds due to credit issues, providing timely resolutions.

    + Oversee and maintain departmental processes and procedures to meet internal control requirements, ensuring adherence to established protocols.

    + Work within deadlines and provide after-hours support, including rotating weekends on-call.

    + Take the lead in sales and customer calls or meetings related to risk analysis.

    + Adapt daily schedules to accommodate high-priority requests and maintain a process improvement mindset.

    + Conduct annual or quarterly reviews of accounts to identify and mitigate risks with specific customers.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.

    + 3 – 7 years of professional experience in commercial credit in a business-to-business environment.

    + Expert level skills with Microsoft Office products, Excel, and SAP.

    + Certified Credit and Risk Analyst (CCRA) designation is preferred.

    + Customer service-oriented with excellent communication and analytical skills.

    + Knowledge of Oracle, SAP, Tableau, financial ratios, and financial statement analysis.

    + Experience with UK/International markets.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $42.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Deerfield,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.