Credit Risk Expert

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly “Free Fridays”, and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer).

So, if you want to join a “Best Place to Work” company and make the world say wow, let's talk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages portfolio of customers in US & Canada, responsible for due diligence and assessing creditworthiness of new and existing customers to mitigate credit risk
• Perform comprehensive financial analysis, identifying early warning signs of potential default and proposing mitigation strategies
• Manages legal portfolio for all customers in US & Canada, assist other analysts in navigating legal accounts and placing for third party collections
• Provides expertise in leasing, inventory financing, collateral, Canadian & US Tax, bankruptcy, and preference law
• Works closely with internal departments, including sales, legal, and sales operations to facilitate approach to credit decision-making
• Prepares quarterly financial updates on credit portfolio performance, and industry trends
• Directs involvement with customer collection efforts when escalation is required
• Manages refunds, tax credit, KYC, and AML compliance requirements
• Responsible to optimize business processes through automation
• Manages 3rd party Credit Vendor contracts and payments

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in credit analysis, financial analysis with a proven track record of success in a senior analyst role required
• Advanced skills in financial statement analysis and evaluation of credit dynamics required
• Negotiation experience with risk mitigation instruments and documentation preferred
• Proficiency in advanced Excel skills, and experience with credit analysis software and tools preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make sound credit decisions required
• Knowledge of Credit Insurance preferred
• Knowledge of Order to Cash Processes required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively required
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work required
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with Sales teams and in a team-oriented environment required
• In-depth knowledge of credit-related laws, regulations, and best practices preferred
• SAP S4 HANA, BW and Power BI reporting experience strongly preferred
• Process Automation and AI experience strongly preferred

Sony Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values employees with a broad cross-cultural perspective. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. All applicants will receive fair and impartial treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or on any other basis which is protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada ULC.

Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada Ltd. provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at [email protected], or you can mail your resume to: Sony Electronics, Human Resources Department, 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego CA 92127. Please indicate the position you are applying for.