Analyst II, Credit and Collections Americas

Date: Dec 17, 2024

Location: El Marques Queretaro, Querétaro, MX, 76246

Company: Aptar Group

 

Join our team and Be You Be Aptar.

Aptar is seeking an Analyst II, Credit & Collection Americas based in Queretaro, Mexico in a hybrid working mode. Reporting to the Accounts Receivable Manager Americas, the Analyst is responsible for the Credit and Collection process for the Americas region, inclusive of all segments. The Analyst is also responsible for assisting the monthly intercompany process and the cash application activities for the Region. The Financial Credit Analyst also participates in process improvement projects.

 

As Analyst II, Credit & Collection, You Will

Cash application

  • Conduct daily reconciliations to ensure accurate matching between accounting records and bank deposits.
  • Identify and rectify cash discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Perform cash application for customer payments that do not automatically post via Blackline
  • Learn the Blackline Cash Application tool and identify ways to optimize the benefits of the tool

New accounts

  • Gather financial information, analyze the data, and provide a recommendation for the extension of credit and terms on new customers to the AR Manager for approval
  • Notify Sales and Customer Service once a new account is approved and ready to be set up

Credit

  • Review and analyze customer financial data, make applicable decisions and initiate credit limit increases up to $25k. Provide recommendations greater than $25k to management for approval
  • Complete and return credit reference requests
  • Work with Sales and Customer Service to align customer payment terms
  • Conduct ongoing evaluations of customers' financial histories to ensure the maintenance of appropriate credit limits
  • Periodically review existing accounts to identify any signs of credit risk

Collections

  • Perform collections on customers and intercompany accounts via phone or e-mail, providing them with any missing documentation, confirming payment details and ensuring payments are made in a timely manner
  • Pull payment details and remittance copies from customer portals on a regularly basis
  • Review and release credit holds daily
  • Monitor Cash in Advance accounts and release orders upon receipt of the payment
  • Contact customers for updated account information, banking changes, remittance changes and name or ownership changes
  • Recommend third party collection efforts, as needed
  • Recommend write off of uncollectable balances
  • Apply credit memo’s and prepays to invoices when the balance is zero
  • Provide supporting documentation to internal and external auditors, as requested, and answer related questions
  • Prepare periodic accounts receivable aging reports to identify overdue accounts

Deduction

  • Assist or provide oversight to ensure that issues affecting the deduction process are resolved in a timely manner and properly communicated to management. Primary interactions are with AR supervisor, Sales, Customer Service Managers, Customer Service, Quality, and Shipping
  • Collaborate with relevant departments to resolve collection disputes effectively and efficiently.
  • Maintain accurate records of all interactions related to dispute resolution.

Month end

  • Complete the intercompany month end report process, sending statements, and receiving confirmations

Who We are Looking For

Education

  • Educational background in finance, accounting, or a related field
  • Required Certifications (if applicable)

​​​​​​​Required and Preferred Skills

  • Minimum 4 (four) years of experience working in a credit and collections department in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of accounting and company procedures
  • Experience with SAP
  • Computer skills in departmental software (currently Excel, Word and Outlook)
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Fluent in English and Spanish; Portuguese is a plus
  • Able to work in fast-paced environment
  • Excellent follow-through – takes initiative to resolve issues
  • Advanced skills in data analysis and interpretation of financial reports
  • Ability to adapt to changes in policies, procedures, and systems.

Who We are

At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering, and science to develop cutting-edge packaging technologies that enhance brand value for our clients and make a significant impact on people’s lives globally. Our innovations transform conventional packaging into advanced dispensing systems, offering solutions such as precise fragrance applications, mess-free ketchup dispensing for kids, and connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments.

With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.

Our Culture

At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive. 

How We Support Our Employees

  • An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
  • Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
  • Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
  • Contribute to the communities where we reside.
  • Inclusive benefits plan
  • Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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