Credit & Accounting Specialist

Location: New York City, NY (some remote work possible) · Full‑time, Permanent

About the role

The Credit & Accounting Specialist manages customer credit risk, supports cash collection, ensures timely application of incoming payments, and maintains accurate accounts receivable records for US, Global Travel Retail, and Partnership Markets customers. The role partners closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Supply Chain teams to support healthy cash flow, minimize bad‑debt exposure, and ensure compliance with company credit policies. Strong analytical skills and excellent business‑partnering capabilities are essential for this fast‑paced, multi‑stakeholder environment.

Responsibilities

Credit Management

• Perform credit reviews for new and existing customers.
• Analyze customer financial statements, trade references, credit agency reports, and payment history.
• Recommend and maintain customer credit limits in line with company policies.
• Monitor customer credit exposure and proactively identify financial risks.
• Escalate high‑risk accounts and recommend corrective actions.
• Support annual and periodic credit reviews.

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Monitor customer aging and deferred discounts open positions with customers.
• Contact customers regarding overdue balances and resolve payment disputes.
• Coordinate collection efforts with internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Prepare weekly and monthly collection status reports.
• Support bad‑debt reserve analysis and write‑off recommendations.
• Maintain accurate collection notes and customer communications.

Cash Application & Reporting

• Investigate and resolve unapplied cash and deduction balances.
• Support month‑end closing activities related to bailment markets.
• Collaborate with Treasury and Accounting teams regarding cash receipts, direct payments (EFT), and bank transactions.
• Prepare aging analyses, DSO reports, and credit exposure reports.
• Review and validate monthly commissions and shipment reports.

Master Data & Process Support

• Maintain business‑partner master data and assist in the implementation and improvement of Master Data processes.
• Support internal and external audits.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience

• 2–4 years of Accounts Receivable, Credit, or Accounting experience.
• Experience within Beverage, Wine & Spirits, or Distribution industries preferred.

Technical Skills & Languages

• SAP experience required (FI‑AR, Credit Management, OTC processes).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Fluent English and Spanish (required).

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Pay

Base salary range: $78,675 – $104,900 per year. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors and considerations. In addition to base salary and a generous employee benefits package, employees are eligible for a discretionary bonus.