Corporate Credit Analyst

Credit Analyst (Wholesale Business Supplies Segment)Hybrid role (3 days in office and 2 remote)Marietta, GAPosition SummaryBlue Harlan is the recruitment partner to an established and growing wholesaler with an engaging culture in the Greater Atlanta Metro!The Credit Analyst is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of credit and collections activities for an assigned portfolio within a leading business segment. This role oversees accounts from new customer setup through ongoing credit monitoring and collections.This individual contributor role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can effectively manage a high-volume workload while collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams and external customers.Key ResponsibilitiesCredit & Collections ManagementAdminister credit and collection activities for an assigned customer portfolioMonitor account balances and proactively manage collection effortsInvestigate and resolve deductions, skips, and customer disputes in a timely mannerPlace accounts on credit hold when necessary and release orders in accordance with payment activityAnalyze aging reports and prioritize accounts for follow-upAccount Analysis & Risk ManagementReview and maintain customer credit files, ensuring accuracy and completenessRecommend credit line adjustments based on financial analysis and payment trendsRequest and review customer financial statements to support credit decisionsOrder and evaluate credit reports, references, and external credit dataCustomer & Internal CollaborationServe as a primary point of contact for customers' accounts payable teams to resolve issues and ensure timely paymentPartner with internal teams including Distribution Centers, Account Managers, Customer Support, and Logistics to resolve account discrepancies and support order flowProvide responsive support to field personnel and customers regarding account status and credit-related inquiriesOperational & Administrative DutiesNavigate customer web portals to review remittance details and vendor-related deductionsPrepare and maintain collection tracking spreadsheets and reportingProcess payments including checks (fax/electronic) and other payment methodsMaintain well-organized electronic documentation and research filesSupport Credit Manager with overflow calls and administrative requestsQualificationsEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field2-5+ years of experience in credit, collections, or accounts receivable preferredExperience working with large customer portfolios or B2B environments is a plusSkills & CompetenciesStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities independentlyExcellent communication skills (written and verbal)Customer-focused mindset with strong relationship-building abilitySound judgment and decision-making skillsAnalytical mindset with ability to interpret financial dataProficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systemsCore CompetenciesCommunicationCustomer FocusDecision Making / JudgmentDelivers ResultsLeadership (self-management & ownership)People CollaborationWork Environment & Safety AwarenessIdeal Candidate ProfileThis role is best suited for a self-starter who:Thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environmentIs highly organized and proactiveEnjoys digging into discrepancies and resolving complex issuesCan confidently communicate with both internal teams and external customers

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