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Credit Manager in Canton

Date Posted: 24 April 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

GPAC has partnered with a growing manufacturing company seeking a Credit Manager (Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm).

The Credit Manager is responsible for leading the credit and collections function to ensure timely payment of customer accounts while supporting profitable sales growth. This role evaluates customer creditworthiness, establishes and monitors credit limits, manages accounts receivable risk, and collaborates closely with sales and accounting to maintain strong customer relationships while protecting the company from financial exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and approve new customer credit applications
  • Establish and monitor customer credit limits based on risk and payment history
  • Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and trade references
  • Maintain and enforce company credit policies and procedures
  • Monitor AR aging and manage past-due accounts
  • Lead collection efforts, including customer communication and payment negotiations
  • Partner with sales to resolve disputes and account issues
  • Monitor risk exposure and ensure accounts stay within approved limits
  • Track key performance metrics, including DSO
  • Coordinate with accounting on payment application and account reconciliation

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in credit, collections, or accounts receivable
  • Manufacturing, distribution, or industrial experience preferred

What’s in it for you:

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
  • Clean, safe, temperature-controlled work environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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