Credit Assistant

From a small family retail operation in Houston, our business has expanded across the US and S. America to sell over 1 Million tons per year . We supply steel for bridges, stadiums, barges and large buildings but one thing will always remain the same We treat our customers and employees like family. We are looking to add a credit assistant to our Fontana team. The Credit Assistant will review the creditworthiness of individuals or businesses to determine the risk involved in lending money or extending credit. Our company offers great benefits, from tuition reimbursement to training and development opportunities. We also offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter, long-term disability and group life insurance programs. Come join our team! Salary Range $23.00/Hr. to $27.00/Hr. jeanine.mooore@sss.steel.com Job Closes 11/30/2026 Multiple reviews of daily orders and approvalsValidate and approve sales tax exemptionsAnalyze credit and financial informationMaintain credit/collections records in ERP systemAssign credit limits within a set authority matrixMaintain sound Credit policy while respecting Sales goalsCommunicate credit holds to Sales and CustomersHeavy telephone and written communicationsEnforce terms of sale and take collection action as neededResolve disputes and deductionsPrepare documentation to perfect bond claims and lien rightsMake recommendations to credit managerPrepare AR portfolio risk analysis report Education and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) (preferred)Strong analytical skillsStrong PC skills - word processing/spreadsheets Preferred Experience Finance or Accounting experienceKnowledge of security and creditor rightsKnowledge of construction lien lawStrong communication & negotiating skills Knowledge/Skills/Competencies Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products Ex. Excel, Word, and OutlookExcellent written and verbal communicationAbility to work with Senior Management to ensure financial directives are followedAbility to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced work environmentA quick learner, deadline driven, with a can-do attitude are essential traits for our successful candidate. Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job