Why join us?
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Responsible for conducting risk analysis of new and existing customers through varied forms of information and tools to facilitate sales securely within established polices that will result in maximum sale and sound receivables. Work with and build relationships with internal and external customers to gather information and mitigate risk in a variety of situations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Build relationship with Dealers to consult on ways to improve their financial situation
Gather all documentation to conduct a proper analysis of customers credit worthiness and present to Credit Manager.
Involved in work out plans for high-risk customer
Meet with internal Sales department to report on predetermined high-risk accounts.
Monitor orders for risk exposure, and ensure the terms are within the risk tolerances.
Negotiate contract terms that promotes cash flow and mitigates risk.
Protect Herman Miller's interest.
Understand preferred risk mitigation tools and when to use them appropriately.
Work closely with A/R Analysts on escalated payment issues to ensure payment is received within terms and check to make sure there are no financial concerns.
Ensure accounts are current and within their credit limit, conduct work out plans to rectify if not.
Work with direct customers to determine their creditworthiness and arrive at acceptable credit terms.
Works within and maintains Credit Policy and Procedures.
Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting / Finance. required.
4 years of experience of professional accounting/finance experience required.
1-2 years of experience of experience conducting financial statement analysis required.
Skills and Abilities
Advanced Excel Skills
Advanced Experience with an Order to Cash system
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience reading and interpreting payment terms for contracts, ability to influence and advise terms for negotiating contracts
Knowledge of revenue recognition principal according to US GAAP
Basic understanding of how to extract the business impact from financial statements and reports
Thorough understanding of customer financial statements to determine credit risk.
Knowledge of credit tools to reduce and mitigate credit risk
Ability to monitor exposure of multiple customer accounts and orders.
Ability to effectively communicate and influence credit risk and terms at various levels with internal and external client groups.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
