Credit Clerk evaluates and suggests creditworthiness of prospects and customers to decrease financial risk to the organization. Checks credit applications and grants approval within established guidelines for organizations or individuals. Being a Credit Clerk communicates with the customers and other departments to solve the credit problems. May negotiate terms of payment to assist with collection of overdue balances. Additionally, Credit Clerk requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Credit Clerk possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
From your first day, you will be part of an engaged and customer-focused team! This entry level position will introduce you to the credit, lending and processing aspects of Farm Credit of the Virginias. You will have a wide range of Learning and Development opportunities to discover your unique interests within the company.
Discover the intricacies and benefits of a co-op model, by gaining exposure to the Farm Credit System. This position will work though a structured plan for approximately 12 months with a final destination of a credit position.
Responsibilities/Duties:
• Gains understanding of our credit philosophies through projects, shadowing, and work experience
• Gains understanding of our lending philosophies and processing function through projects, shadowing, and work experience
• Exposure to leadership principals and philosophies through training and informal learning methods
• Actively participates in educational opportunities provided, to gain a broad understanding of Farm Credit
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness, Agriculture Science, Finance/Accounting, or related field
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to be assertive and decisive in arriving at sound business decisions which serve the best interest of the borrower and Association
• Problem solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products with ability to learn new software
• Ability to travel extensively
• Sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere
(FCV is an EEO/AA employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.)
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact me by email at CNorthrop@FCVirginias.com and let me know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.