Senior Analyst, Collections

Company: GXO
Location: High Point
Posted on: November 17, 2021

Job Description:

Logistics at full potential.

At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels -who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work -and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

We believe that positive financial results are what fuel our growth and keep us at the top of our industry. As the Senior Analyst, Collections, your strong work ethic and attention to the small details will help ensure that we maintain those positive results. You'll work with various team members and customers to oversee and improve our collections processes. Become a part of our rapidly growing, dynamic team and we'll help you develop your career to a level that will exceed your expectations.

Pay, benefits and more.
We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day:
Consolidate and research financial data to identify customer payment and cash collection trends; assemble and summarize data to effectively communicate findings to leadership
Develop financial models through benchmarking and process analysis to forecast cash collections; track and determine cash flow position by analyzing actual results in comparison to forecasts
Develop and maintain metrics for all cash application and collection processes
Automate calculation and distribution of weekly metrics
Track factoring at end of the quarter to ensure that all factoring and collection targets are met; work with management teams to ensure attainment of monthly, quarterly and annual targets
Create process flows for cash collections and credit
Establish relationships with key customer Accounts Payable personnel to facilitate cash collection and credit processes
Review bad debt and disputes, and work with Account Managers to resolve; develop appropriate contacts with the Account Management team to help drive collections and identify dispute information related to past-due accounts
Assist the Pricing group with the approvals of terms and credit limit exceptions
Become the subject matter expert (SME) for the cash application process and provide direction to the team in India
What you need to succeed at GXO:
At a minimum, you'll need:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
2 years of experience in a financial role or similar analyst role
Knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle), HFM, financial planning software, Microsoft BI and related technologies
Experience with large databases with the ability to utilize data from various BI systems
Experience with Microsoft Office, including proficiency in Excel
It'd be great if you also have:
MBA
Experience with Lean/Six Sigma management concepts and/or certifications
Data analysis and report automation experience
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including planned and unplanned overtime, which may include weekends
Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines
Excellent time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.

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