Job Description
Jellycat is a privately owned design-led, gift brand headquartered in London. We create innovative luxurious products in the soft toy, accessory, baby and book categories that are loved around the world. We have an established and growing global customer base and we work with our partners to maximize the potential and reach of Jellycat throughout, sharing joy as we go!
As we continue to grow throughout North America, we continue to develop and improve the presence and awareness of our brand.
Jellycat is seeking a Sr. Credit / AR Manager to join the growing North American based finance team located in its newly expanded, collaborative office space in downtown Minneapolis, MN.
You’ll be:
- Developing and leading consistent customer account processes and collection strategies
- Driving and monitoring credit and collection performance, both as an organization and by individual owner
- Developing reporting and metrics / KPIs
- Providing weekly and monthly updates on A/R integrity to VP of Finance; including potential bad debts and customers on credit hold
- Coaching and developing team in processes and customer relationship management
- Providing analysis and monitoring; spot customer payment trends and manage risk associated with large key customer accounts
- Approving credit lines and establish credit terms
- Directing and taking part in collection activities
- Overseeing monthly customer statement and daily invoice processing
- Managing department workflow and performance
- Conducting systematic credit reviews of existing customers and assess credit worthiness of potential customers
- Managing relations with credit reporting agencies and credit associations
- Fostering collaborative relationships with customers and internal team members
- Performing other duties as assigned
You’ll have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- 5+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable / Credit management with experience with large retailers required
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and clearly communicate both verbally and in writing
- Creative, flexible, and innovative team player with the ability to manage multiple priorities and workflow
- Best-in-class customer service skills are required
- Attention to detail is critical
- Full working knowledge of the P&L and Balance Sheet
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products; advanced Excel skills required
- Experience with SAP and Dynamics 365 operating systems a plus
Our Perks & Benefits:
- Discretionary Bonus - All employees are eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on the success of the company.
- Medical, Dental, Vision and other Benefits - Jellycat offers medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN (along with a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution), dental coverage through Delta Dental of MN as well as vision coverage through VSP. Jellycat also offers company paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance, and the opportunity to elect additional voluntary life insurance.
- Safe Harbor Employer Contributions - Upon eligibility, Jellycat contributes 5% to the 401k investment account independent of the employees' elections for individual contributions.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - Jellycat offers up to 30 days of combined vacation and sick time at the start of each calendar year.
- Employee Assistance Program - Committed to the health and wellbeing of all our employees, we offer a comprehensive and confidential support program.
- Paid Parking & Building Amenities - Full-time parking space is provided and paid for by the company in the TractorWork’s covered ramp attached to the skyway. TractorWork’s offers several amenities for employees including an on site medical clinic and pharmacy, state of the art work out facility at no charge, both Bar La Grassa and Snack Bar are located in the building, Foodsby food delivery is available daily, and several great coffee shops, lunch spots and walking paths within minutes of our door, and excellent morning coffee served as you walk in the building at no charge.
- Regular Social & Team Events - We have a very imaginative and active social committee who meet regularly to put on events that help us mark special occasions and celebrate our successes as a team.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Compensation Range:
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Day shift,