Sign upLog in

AR/Credit Lead

Nucor Corporation

Lexington, North Carolina

Apply
JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Business Administration, Business Processes, Cash Applications, Cash Flow, Construction, Contract Management, Credit Analysis, Credit Processing, Credit Risk, Credit and Collections, Finance, Financial Analysis, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Internal Audit, Lead Generation, Leadership, Liens, Metrics, Partner Sales, Past Due Accounts, Pricing, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Recycling, Revenue Growth, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Sales Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Sustainability, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Lexington, North Carolina
POSTED
17 days ago
Job Details

Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southeast

Location: Lexington, NC, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

PURPOSE:

The Accounts Receivable/Credit Lead will oversee the collections, cash application, and credit evaluation processes for our NRF South branches. This role requires a deep understanding of the unique financial workflows of the construction industry, including managing mechanic's liens, joint check agreements, and progress billings. You will serve as the primary bridge between our collections group, billing group, sales team, project managers, and contractor customers to maximize cash flow while mitigating credit risk.

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

Credit & Risk Management
  • Evaluate credit applications for new and existing commercial contractors, sub-contractors, and developers.
  • Establish, review, and adjust credit limits using credit bureaus, trade references, and financial statement analysis.
  • Monitor high-risk accounts and proactively address potential bad debt within the construction portfolio.
Construction-Specific Compliance
  • Manage the mechanic's lien process, including timely filing of Preliminary Notices (Notice to Owner) and executing lien waivers (conditional and unconditional).
  • Coordinate joint check agreements and protect the company's financial interests on large project-based orders.
  • Navigate complex payment structures such as retainage, progress billings, and paid-when-paid clauses.
General Accounting Compliance
  • Assist with internal audits, according to annual schedules.
  • Assist with maintaining SOX controls, ensuring all controls are in place and up to date; assist with SOX control testing.
Accounts Receivable & Collections
  • Lead the collections strategy for a portfolio of construction accounts, ensuring a professional yet assertive approach to reducing Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
  • Research and resolve complex billing discrepancies, short payments, and skipped invoices related to shipping damages, job-site delivery issues, or pricing disputes.
Leadership & Collaboration
  • Act as the escalation point for AR teammates regarding complex account reconciliation or difficult collection calls.
  • Train teammates on business processes, internal and external guidelines regarding liens, and effective collections techniques.
  • Partner closely with Sales Managers, Contract Managers, and Project Managers to facilitate sales growth while maintaining credit guardrails.
  • Prepare weekly/monthly aging reports and credit metrics for senior management.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of accounts receivable and credit experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of state-specific construction lien laws (NC, SC, GA, FL, AL, VA, TN, MS, LA, and TX), bonding, and credit risk assessment.
  • Experience in the Building Nucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

About the Company

N

Nucor Corporation

Resume Resources

Free Resume TemplatesFree Resume Builder