Company Description
Aboitiz Foods is an integrated regional food and agribusiness company dedicated to creating a high-performance culture anchored on our time-honored values of Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Responsibility. Through the collective strengths of our subsidiaries, Pilmico and Gold Coin, we believe in sustainably feeding Asia’s growth from mill to meal.
We are constantly improving and optimizing our processes by integrating the value chain around Asia. We leverage our sector expertise and capabilities to deliver quality every time. With our world-class technology and culture of constant innovation, we devote ourselves to serving you better.
At Aboitiz Foods, we embrace change and inspire innovation, leading the way in food and agribusiness solutions. Join us as we shape the future of food in Asia and build a culture where, together, we nourish the future.
https://www.aboitizfoods.com/
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Credit Analyst plays a pivotal role in the assessment and evaluation of financial information provided by applicants, utilizing a comprehensive set of criteria to make recommendations to Management regarding the credit viability and creditworthiness of customers. This position also assists the Credit Manager in enforcing credit policies and internal control measures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Customer Credit Evaluation and Customer Master File Maintenance:
- Ensure the submission of complete documentary requirements by the Customer before commencing credit evaluation, as specified in the Customer Application Form (CAF).
- Conduct timely and thorough credit investigations by verifying information provided in the CAF through communication with the customer's top Suppliers and Banking Institutions. Whenever possible, perform on-site inspections of the applicant's site, farm, store, office, and residence to assess their financial capabilities, in addition to financial statement analysis.
- Verify the signing, notarization, and provision of Credit Line Agreements (CLA) to new customers. In cases where agreed credit limits change or increase, ensure that a new CLA is prepared to cover these changes. Maintain these CLAs in a Customer File for future reference, alongside the submitted required documents.
- Ensure the prompt setup and creation of accounts in the CRM Salesforce and SAP (Systems Application and Products) to be used by various departments for order processing.
- Monitor the development of delinquent accounts, and if necessary, oversee the account turnover to legal, with credit analysts or credit specialists handling this process.
- Act as the company's representative in legal collection activities, with the credit analyst or credit specialist having full responsibility in such cases.
- Maintain regular visits to customers, providing updates to the company on any changes in the customer's business compared to the time of application. Assist the team in addressing concerns related to Accounts Receivable and offer recommendations and proposed solutions.
- Monitor the risk coverage in relation to available collateral (BG, SBLC, REM) and advise the AVP & VP for Sales when credit limits exceed the collateral provided. Seek approval for collateral offerings.
- Ensure the necessary Loan Agreements (Real Estate Mortgage, Truck Loan Agreement, Gilt & Repop Loans, Ready to Lay (RTL), and Building Loan Agreements) are signed, notarized, and registered with the Registry of Deeds.
- Assist the Sales department in verifying and evaluating Real Estate Properties offered as collateral before accepting them.
- Seek approval to secure professional assistance for real estate assessment to make appropriate recommendations on provided credit limits.
Reporting:
- Ensure the accurate and timely submission of month-end reports on Customer Set up, emphasizing the timeliness and accuracy of Customer Set up.
- Submit Customer Visit Reports to AVP & VP for Sales and the Credit Management Team in a timely manner, sharing findings and recommendations resulting from customer visits.
- Provide information on property description, location, and valuation regarding Real Estate evaluations conducted prior to accepting property as collateral, coordinating with professional assessors.
- Report any delays in the submission of CLAs and Loan Agreements by the Customer, Territory Business Managers (TBMs) and Key Accounts Managers (KAM) to the Credit Management Head and F&N and Agri Business Sales Heads.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- With gain experience as a Credit Analyst or in a similar role.
- Strong analytical and financial analysis skills.
- Knowledge of credit policies and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Salesforce and SAP (System Application and Products) or similar financial software is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Required Work Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, gained from a reputable banking institution, focused on credit investigation and receivables. This experience should also encompass proficiency in accounting software and other computer-based programs.
Additional Information
- Cebu Based Assignment
- Hybrid work set up
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What We Do
PILMICO FOODS CORPORATION, the food and agribusiness subsidiary of Aboitiz Equity Ventures, is considered as one of the largest flour milling companies in the Philippines. We are primarily engaged in the manufacture of wheat flour and wheat by-products and have been ranked among the top three domestic flour producers in terms of sales. We import both soft and hard wheat, the primary raw material for our products, from the United States and Canada. All our flour products are fortified with Vitamin A and Iron, and certified with Halal and Sangkap Pinoy seal. Through our Research and Training facilities located in Luzon and Mindanao, we also offer technical services and bakery trainings to meet the needs of our stakeholders. Our products are distributed all over Philippines through distributors and dealers. We have also expanded the reach of our flour products to the ASEAN region, exporting to countries like: Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Myanmar and Hongkong. True to our brand promise of being Partners for Growth, we advance our business and communities by providing business solutions and building partnerships for growth
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