Credit Analyst

You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

Arclin is a rapidly growing, $2.5 billion global chemical manufacturer that applies advanced technology to solve complex product and environmental performance challenges across building products, agriculture, and other industries. We are seeking a Credit Analyst based in Alpharetta, Georgia to support Credit for the Americas.

Position Summary

The Credit Analyst – Americas is responsible for assessing and quantifying customer Credit risk and Credit limits, while maximizing cash flow through proactive collections management for the Americas region. This role works with Sales, Customer Service, and the customer to enable sales, release order blocks as necessary, and call upon customers for payment on past-due invoices, while maintaining strict compliance with local laws.

Key Responsibilities

Credit & Risk Management

• Drive standardized credit risk assessment methodologies, including financial analysis, external credit data, and behavioral payment analytics.
• Recommend and monitor customer credit limits, payment terms, and risk exposures for the Americas region, with support from the Global Credit Manager.
• Release orders on hold due to over credit limit within parameters
• Partner with Sales and Commercial teams as needed to evaluate customers or to solve customer payment issues.

Collections & Accounts Receivable Management

• Coordinate with and assist the Collections team in performing collection activities in Brazil through email, phone calls, or customer portals.
• Release orders on hold due to past-dues within parameters, as needed
• Analyze aging and customer risk to prioritize collection activities, resolve overdue balances and assist with improving DSO.
• Drive disciplined execution of escalation processes, including collections prioritization, dispute resolution, and order blocking.

Reporting, Analytics & Performance Management

• Assist with A/R reporting, including DSO, aging, bad debt, and credit exposure metrics.
• Leverage data analytics to identify trends, optimize customer segmentation, and improve decision-making.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in credit, collections, or A/R management
• English & Portuguese fluency required.
• Experience operating in a public company preferred.
• Preferred hands-on experience with SAP or SAP S/4HANA credit or collections modules.
• Knowledge of credit management/cash application platforms (e.g., BlackLine, HighRadius, or similar) preferred.
• Strong analytical capabilities, including financial analysis, and use of Excel, Power BI tools, and dashboards.
• Basic understanding of global credit risk management, accounts receivable lifecycle and collections strategies, internal audit, and compliance frameworks, working capital optimization and cash flow management.
• Ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional stakeholders, to balance commercial objectives with risk discipline.
• Process-oriented mindset with a focus on standardization and control.
• Excellent communication skills, including reporting skills.

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