Collections Clerk

Berendsen Fluid Power is one of North America's leading distributors of hydraulic and pneumatic products and services. We have one of the largest dedicated field sales forces in both the hydraulics and pneumatics industries with over 40 locations across the US and Canada. With the resources of our powerful North American organization, we provide products and services to move the world and foster a supportive culture that encourages participation and career development. 

 We are looking for a new Collections Clerk in our Tulsa office. The successful candidate will: 

•  Manage the collection requirements for active accounts with balances below a specified amount and all non-term accounts.


•  Prepare new account setup packages for Credit Rep review by obtaining bank and trade reference information through phone or email, obtaining D & B reports in U.S. and Canada, using the Internet to gather additional public information regarding the potential new customer’s business.


•  Manage monthly reports for assigned accounts with balances and past due amounts greater than company standard terms.


•  Reconcile A/R for their assigned accounts, managing credit holds, and disputes.


•  Prepare Pro-forma invoices as needed for non-term accounts.


•  Initiate weekly collection reviews on all past due accounts based upon established terms, ensuring risk/reward considerations are included in all decisions.


•  Manage the collection letter process for their area and initiate credit hold and/or change of credit terms as outlined by the Corporate Credit Manager.


•  Recommend escalation strategies to resolve disputes and/or risk concerns. When necessary, incorporate branch personnel into these strategies.

The Department hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.  This position will cover the 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. shift.

Job Requirements 

•  Commercial collection experience a plus.


•  Excellent communication skills, written and oral.


•  Ability to prioritize large volume of accounts and assigned tasks.


•  Working knowledge and use of Word, Excel and Outlook.


•  Knowledge of Canadian credit and collection practices a plus.

What we can give to you: 

• Company matching 401k (50% up to 8%)


• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision health insurance with both a PPO and a High Deductible and Health Savings Account options with company matching HSA contributions


• Life and disability insurance


• Company provided parking across the street


• Paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation and sick days