Credit Analyst I
Description
-:(Applicants should be flexible to work on night shift to support PST hours):-
It’s an exciting time to be at Infoblox. Named a Top 25 Cyber Security Company by The Software Report and one of Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2020, Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and security services. Our solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable, and reliable for everyone. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include 70% of the Fortune 500, and our success depends on bright, energetic, talented people who share a passion for building the next generation of networking technologies—and having fun along the way.
We are looking for a Credit Analyst I to join our Finance team in Bangalore, reporting to the senior manager, Treasury. In this role, you will perform credit evaluations, analyze trends, interpret financials, and recommend mitigating credit risks among our customers. The primary focus of this position is finding the right balance between maximizing collection goals and credit risk management, to support the company objectives while protecting the biggest asset of Infoblox – Accounts Receivable. You will collaborate with internal departments (sales, Channels, Quote to Cash function teams) and customers to improve the status of delinquent accounts and minimize the credit risk to the company. As necessary, depending on team structure, you will perform customer account reconciliations and proactively manage the past-due account situations.
You are the ideal candidate if you enjoy working independently and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and have a desire to support Infoblox’s Finance organization.
What you’ll do:
- Conduct in-depth analysis and interpretation of financial statements
- Calculate liquidity ratios, and identify audit opinions and other items that may be relevant in the financial notes
- Perform fundamental analysis as necessary
- Evaluate credit risks and make recommendations regarding clients’ business proposals based on Infoblox’s credit policy
- Develop and foster strong working relationships with all key stakeholders
- Coach and mentor team members
- Propose recommendations for one-off exceptions based on Infoblox's credit policy
- Drive collaboration with internal stakeholders, including the Sales team and Channels, to manage the pipeline and formulate collection strategies to maximize cash collections
- Analyze trends and identify opportunities for process improvements within the team
- Perform collection efforts and develop collection strategies to resolve delinquent accounts
- Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve disputes on invoices, delinquent payments, and others
- Generate reports and analysis of data, such as collection forecast, pipeline report generation, and others as assigned
- Perform month-end close functions including review of reconciliations and closing journal entries
- Own month-end close functions, including review of reconciliations and closing journal entries
- Assist the senior manager in ad-hoc tasks and special projects as requested
- Willingness to work night shifts, as the role requires collaboration with teams based out of the West Coast, timings would be 10 PM – 7 AM IST (8:30 AM – 5:30 PM PST)
What you’ll bring:
- 6+ years of experience in accounting or auditing, credit analysis, or related experience
- Impeccable analysis and interpretation skills with financial statements, ratios, and concepts
- Ability to identify opportunities to increase accuracy and optimize resources, and recommend and implement solutions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of SOX and accounting and auditing standards
- Customer/partner management skills
- High level of independence, accountability, teamwork, good judgment, and attention to detail in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
- Results-oriented mindset, with a proven ability to perform accurately yet efficiently under time-pressured situations
- Experience with large ERP systems, preferably Oracle 11i and/or Fusion, a plus
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
What success looks like:
After six months, you will…
- Thoroughly understand the accounts receivable and credit evaluation process
- Own and complete tasks assigned to you
After about a year, you will…
- Provide reliable support to management with accurate analysis of financial statements and recommendations of appropriate credit limits
- Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders in the Sales, Finance, Legal, and Marketing departments
- Develop and execute quality collection strategies to improve cash flow and customer payment behaviors
We’ve got you covered:
Our holistic benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness—as well as a great work environment, employee programs, and company culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. We have a strong culture and live our values every day—we believe in transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, having fun while delighting our customers.
Speaking of a great work environment, here are just a few of the perks you may enjoy depending on your location…
- Delicious and healthy snacks and beverages
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- A courtyard and amenities like an onsite gym, table tennis, pool table, play area, etc.
- Newly remodeled offices with state-of-the-art amenities
Why Infoblox?
We’ve created a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and rewards innovation, curiosity, and creativity. We achieve remarkable results by working together in a supportive environment that focuses on continuous learning and embraces change. So, whether you’re a software engineer, marketing manager, customer care pro, or product specialist, you belong here, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Check out what it’s like to be a Bloxer. We think you’ll be excited to join our team.
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