Credit Services Representative
Hearst Newspapers
Houston, TXThis was removed by the employer on 8/6/2025 2:42:00 PM PST
This is a Full Time Job
Credit Services Representative
Join the Team That Keeps the Business Running Smoothly!
About the Role
If you love solving puzzles, thrive in fast-paced environments, and take pride in turning complex problems into smooth processes-this role is for you. As a Credit Services Representative at Hearst Newspapers, you'll be a key player in managing over 1,500 accounts across our diverse media network. Your expertise in reconciliation, customer communication, and account management directly supports our mission to serve communities with trusted journalism and dynamic advertising solutions.
Why You'll Love Working Here
• Impact at Scale: You'll work across all business units, helping sales teams and customers resolve issues quickly and accurately.
• Supportive Culture: Join a tight-knit department where team collaboration and mutual respect fuel our success.
• Room to Grow: At Hearst, your attention to detail, process mindset, and results-driven focus won't just be appreciated-they'll open doors.
What You'll Do
• Reconcile large volumes of accounts, including disputes, short payments, and unapplied cash balances.
• Manage high-volume inbound and outbound communication with customers and sales teams.
• Secure timely payments and commitments through proactive account follow-ups.
• Place accounts on credit hold when necessary and work cross-functionally to resolve payment issues.
• Document activity thoroughly in the system to ensure clear communication and compliance.
• Provide training and support to other team members when needed.
• Lead monthly reviews and assist in preparing accounts for collection escalations.
• Process and apply payments while partnering with AR for remittance accuracy.
• Serve as the key liaison to sales teams, helping maintain account health and resolve escalations.
What You Bring
• 5 years in credit, collections, accounts receivable, or customer service.
• Strong reconciliation, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Confidence managing a high workload with accuracy and professionalism.
• A process-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask under pressure.
• Exceptional communication skills-written, verbal, and interpersonal.
Our Benefits: Supporting You Personally & Professionally
At Hearst Newspapers, we believe in supporting the whole employee-from career development to personal wellbeing. As a Credit Services Representative, you'll have access to our industry-leading benefits package, including:
• Physical Wellbeing: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family
• Financial Future: Competitive 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, holidays, and personal days
• Family Support: Paid parental leave and monthly child & dependent care reimbursement
• Emotional Wellness: Access to mental health resources and support services
• Inclusive Health Benefits: LGBTQ affirming healthcare, fertility coverage, menopause support, and more
• Pet-Friendly Perks: Pet wellness reimbursement and Rover credits for your furry family members
We're committed to creating a workplace that values innovation, collaboration, and care-for both our communities and our people.
Be a Backbone of Our Business
Credit may happen behind the scenes, but your work will be front and center in keeping our operations running smoothly. If you're ready to bring rigor, relationships, and results to your next role - apply now and become a vital part of Hearst's mission-driven media network.
About Hearst Newspapers:
With 2,500 employees across the nation, HNP represents a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News and Albany Times Union, several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services businesses, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories–growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms–to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.
Be a part of something bigger–Your Headline Awaits
Recognizing the diverse needs of our candidates, if you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or regarding the application process, please contact us by email at hnpemployment@hearst.com. Please do not use this email address to inquire about the status of applications. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests for a reasonable accommodation through this email address.
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