Credit & Collections Manager: Corporate Headquarters- Piscataway, NJ

Credit & Collections Manager 

Location: Corporate Headquarters- Piscataway, NJ

The Credit & Collections Manager/Specialist will be responsible for managing the credit and collection functions, verifying credit, overseeing invoice collections and cash applications, deductions and chargeback resolution.  This position will manage the account receivables team. 

 

The ideal candidate for this position will have relative work experience finance and accounting procedures, sound communication skills, have a passion for business, and able to problem solve by applying analysis. If you live a commutable distance from Stamford (Corporate Headquarters), enjoy working in excel, are a team-player, and are self-motivated, we want to talk to you.

        

Position Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage the Credit /Collections function extending credit to existing and new customers:

• Review financial statements to determine customer's credit worthiness.

• Keep management and sales informed of any changes/challenges concerning stability of our customers.

• Work with Global Credit Services, Dunn & Bradstreet, various collections agencies, attorneys and courts for accounts in financial distress or those who have filed bankruptcy.

• Determine risk /amount of credit, extending credit to new and existing customers.

• Minimize bad debt and risk, and cash forecasting and cash collections while reducing past aging to minimize loss.

• Supervise Accounts Receivable function

• Oversee invoice collections, cash applications, deductions and chargeback resolution.

• Track monthly DSO (Days Sales Outstanding): 

• Manage the Cash Forecasting based upon Sales Forecast: Update the cash forecast duties.

• Provide weekly Cash Flow report to the Chief Financial Officer.

• Other duties as assigned.

 

 

Position Specific Requirements:

• Ability to identify the "correct" problems, understand the true causes, and provide analysis using the right tools

• Ability to facilitate discussions bringing together the leaders for corrective action

• Ability to facilitate a clear vision, patience and persistence, ask tough questions, lead by example, and build strong relationships

• 5-7 years minimum of demonstrated competence in managing credit and collections team in the durable goods industry.

• Experience with current credit laws and regulations.

• Knowledge of business and accounting processes.

• Experience in assessing portfolio/customer risk and establishing appropriate credit limits

• Proven analytical ability and mathematical ability.

• Ability to lead, influence, and to arrive at consensus for financial results: ability to apply innovative approaches.

• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to translate analytics and company goals to strategic planning and action steps for sales teams and executives.

• Comprehensive understanding of the financial markets.

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from an accredited college / university in relevant discipline. 

Salary Range: 100-125K + 10-15% Bonus

Contact 

Janelle Razzino

Razzino Associates, Inc.

220 Kinderkamack Road, Suite E-1

Westwood, New Jersey 07675

Janelle@razzinoassociates.com

O -201-722-3111

F - 201-722-3113

M- 201-925-6086

www.razzinoassociates.com

Donor Engagement Manager - Trenton Area Soup Kitchen

 

DONOR ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

The mission of the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK) is to feed those who are hungry in the Trenton area and offer programs to encourage self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life of its patrons.

This position will report to the Chief Development Officer and work closely with members of the Development & Marketing team to support the organization’s fundraising, marketing and community engagement efforts.

The Donor Engagement Manager will focus their efforts on building and growing relationships with institutional donors, including businesses, nonprofits, foundations and other organizations, to help sustain and grow TASK’s fundraising efforts.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, self-motivation, flexibility, attention to detail and the ability to successfully handle multiple projects and deadlines are essential to this position. This is a full-time, hybrid, salaried position.

Note: TASK is committed to ethical storytelling and reporting in all of our communications and fundraising activities. We aspire to tell stories of our patrons that are truthful, nuanced, educational and empowering. Our stories shape our humanity and our world. This position will require a professional who is experienced in (or willing to learn about) culturally-responsive communications and trauma-informed storytelling and reporting.

Job Functions:
• Maintain a portfolio of institutional donors with a focus on deepening their engagement with the agency and building a pipeline for institutional giving
• Work with the Chief Development Officer to formulate a strategy for growing institutional giving and lead its implementation, serving as the main point of contact for these donors and managing their relationship with the agency
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward institutional prospects, with the goal to establish long-term partnerships and strengthen existing relationships with the corporate and foundation sector, which will result in funding to support the strategic goals of TASK
• Represent TASK at community and donor events and in meetings with donors on- and off-site to enhance the engagement of donors including presentations to large and small groups, tabling events, check presentations, tours, donor meetings, etc.

Internal Relations
• Serve as the liaison to the Programs Department, including volunteer management and patron services, in order to monitor activities of institutional donors and provide support when necessary
• Work closely with colleagues to create opportunities to build awareness of institutional areas of support, including serving on cross-departmental project teams, making introductions and regularly communicating about the status of institutional relationships

Department Responsibilities
• Directly respond to donor inquiries via phone and email with urgency and professionalism
• Provide support to members of the Development & Marketing team, including the grants manager, for the effective preparation of solicitation and fundraising materials
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of TASK’s donor database (Donor Perfect) and enter contact notes
• Protect the security of confidential, computerized records of financial and in-kind donors, including their giving histories and other personal information

Communications
• Research and write communications pieces for publications including newsletters, e-blasts, social media and TASK’s website, as related to the position.
• Create content for fundraising appeals including solicitation letters, infographics and grant applications, as needed

Necessary Skills and Abilities:
• At least 3-5 years of fundraising experience at a non-profit organization
• Extensive experience with public speaking to audiences of all sizes
• Donor database experience required; Donor Perfect experience preferred
• Ability to read and speak appropriately to fulfill the responsibilities of the position
• Ability to work as member of a team
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that could change from week to week to accommodate weeknight and/or weekend donor meetings

Required Credentials:
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Candidates may be asked to demonstrate their fundraising skills during the interview process through a case study, writing samples or role playing

Schedule:
38 hours per week, with schedule to be determined in conjunction with the Chief Development Officer. After an introductory period, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Special Circumstances:
This position requires flexibility and the ability to represent TASK at on- and off-site events and donor meetings that sometimes take place during evening hours and weekends, as well as occasional holidays. While most activities will take place during the normal workday, the schedule for this position may change from week to week as needed.

Compensation:
$55,000 - $60,000

TASK offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurances; vacation, sick and personal leave; and employee assistance program.

How to apply:
If you have these qualifications and are interested in exploring this exciting role with TASK, please email your resume and cover letter to Melisa Rivera, Director, Human Resources at melisar@trentonsoupkitchen.org.

We're Hiring! Join The New Jersey State Council Team!

 

Work with us in strengthening New Jersey communities through the arts! The New Jersey State Council on the Arts currently has an opening for the position of Operations Specialist (EPS3). This role will function as part of the Operations team of the State Arts Council to help streamline all technical aspects of grants administration, data collection, public assistance, and office administration. Strong candidates will have experience with complex management systems and administrative tasks, excellent communications skills, an interest in working with diverse groups of people, and an openness to ongoing learning toward agency goals. The salary range for this position is $75,386 - $107,247. Please note that this salary range is a lifetime range, and not a hiring range. This position is full-time, on a hybrid schedule, with the main office located in Trenton, NJ. Read the full description: Operations Specialist (EPS3) With questions, please contact: EmploymentRecruiter@sos.nj.gov. About the Council We believe the arts are central to every element we value most in a modern society including: human understanding, cultural and civic pride, strong communities, excellent schools, lifelong learning, creative expression, and economic opportunity. In 1966, the legislature passed and the governor signed a law creating the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, directing us to do all that is necessary and appropriate to: support, encourage, and foster public interest in the arts; enlarge public and private resources devoted to the arts; promote freedom of expression in the arts; and facilitate the inclusion of art in every public building in New Jersey. In New Jersey, we know that diversity is one of our greatest strengths. The New Jersey State Council on the Arts embraces the principles of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion (DEAI) in all aspects of our work. With a focus on learning, data, and accountability, we will continue to assess and challenge inequities, identify gaps in engagement and service, and focus on the details that shape systemic change.  PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted. Please be sure to submit prior to 5PM ET on July 19, 2024. 

The New Jersey State Council on the Arts, created in 1966, is a division of the NJ Department of State and a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. The Council was established to encourage and foster public interest in the arts; enlarge public and private resources devoted to the arts; promote freedom of expression in the arts; and facilitate the inclusion of art in every public building in New Jersey. The Council believes the arts are central to every element we value most in a modern society including: human understanding; cultural and civic pride; strong communities; excellent schools; lifelong learning; creative expression; and economic opportunity. To learn more about the Council, please visit www.artscouncil.nj.gov.

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