John Cox

Background

About John Cox

A seasoned professional with over twenty five years of functional experience in the areas of Credit Management, Credit & Collection, and Accounts Receivable Relevant Experience: I am very comfortable with all areas of credit, collection, supervision and legal functions. I have held positions as Credit Manager, Corporate Credit Trainer and Consultant for Fortune 500, midsized and small companies. Been instrumental in development of credit policies & procedures, process improvements, system implementation, legal aspects, as well as training of support staff. Credit & Collection Experience Oversaw credit/receivable functions in both corporate as well as small/midsize company environments. Recommended and implemented software to meet the client’s Credit and A/R needs. Coordinated all activities resulting in successful credit/collection transactions. Restructured a variety of credit processes and developed a process for legal action. Provided training and supervision to staff. Systems Skills Recommended automated A/R and Collection Management tools. Customized credit reporting system. Worked closely with IT consultants in system design and configuration efforts. Management Style Strong mentoring ability Sensitivity to customer relationships particularly as related to collection efforts. Strong communication skills comfortable with all levels within an organization. Industry Experience Distribution - Manufacturing Engineering - Architectural Electronics - Computer software Marketing – Sales Development Construction – Heavy Equipment and Building Materials Credit Education Courses Improving Credit & Collection Techniques Credit Collections & Financial Management Art of Getting Paid Specialized Training in Financial Management/Credit Improving Foreign Credit & Collections Education Business Law/Psychology, Southern Illinois University Specialties: contract negotiation, skip tracing, knowledge of governmental contracts and procedures, mergers and acquisitions, commercial law