Credit Manager

Location: Reading
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Berks Packing is a 3rd generation family-owned and operated meat processor facility located in Reading, Pennsylvania. We have a long-standing tradition of providing excellent product quality and customer service. Berks has been a family favorite for over 89 years! Berks Packing has an immediate need for an experienced Credit Manager. Under the general direction of CFO, the Credit Manager is a member of the Berks Packing management team who provides strategic input, makes recommendations, and assists with establishing strategic initiatives and policies. The Credit Manager's primary responsibility is to oversee the credit-granting process, ensure timely payment of outstanding balances and minimize credit risk. The Credit Manager also oversees the strategic implementation of sales promotional programs by establishing processes to record, track, and report customer specific performance to key stakeholders, so Company strategic initiatives are reinforced. As a critical member of the Accounting Team, the Credit Manager also assists with the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions on an as need basis, so departmental workflows are seamless. TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY Microsoft Office proficiency with emphasis on Excel. Internet proficiency. Proficiency in Accounting Software. Familiarity with ERP (Sage X3). Experience with lock box and other electronic banking programs. Experience with customer portals. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent experience), Finance, or Business Administration. 5 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment (Food manufacturing a plus), including supervisory experience. Experience in a lean, conservative, mid-sized manufacturing company, within the Consumer-Packaged Goods industry preferred. Or any other equivalent combination of education and experience. A pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screen is required. We conduct background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process and follow all EEOC and FCRA regulations regarding the use of criminal records in the hiring process.

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